The Wallingford Parade, an annual Seafair event, is returning for the 74th time on Saturday, July 11th, starting at 11 am, and the organizers want to make this the biggest parade ever! This year’s theme is Grow Big Dreams, inspiring neighbors to envision what they want to grow over the course of the next year. Over three dozen local schools, businesses, bands, community groups, and drill teams have registered to participate so far, and there is still time for your group to join the fun!
The parade organizers are pleased to honor Dick’s Drive-In’s Milkshake Mascot as this year’s Grand Marshal. There are many repeat marchers, such as the Seattle All-City Marching Band, the Kennedy Lancers Marching Band, and Wallingford businesses: Hawaii General Store, Bedrooms & More, Aditi Yoga & Wellness Studio, Keller Williams Realty, and Harold’s Lighting. This year’s first-time marchers include Assistance League of Seattle, Lincoln High School ChainLynx Robotics Team, Lady Bandits Majorette Dance Team, and University House Seniors. Many of our local schools will be participating, including students and families from John Stanford International School and the Meridian School. Of course, what would a parade be without drill and dance teams performing? The Wallingford community will not be disappointed by performances from returning teams: Chinese Girls Drill Team, Daughters of Royalty Dance Team, Electronettes High Steppers, and Alpha Martial Arts. I don’t envy the judges having to decide who gets the trophies and ribbons with so many talented and colorful groups performing.
Parade Details
- Parade route will be along N 45th Street from Bagley Avenue N to Interlake Avenue N
- Muster/Registration Location: Meridian Park/Playfield, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N
- Registration: 9:30–10:30 am
- Muster/Lineup: 9:30–10:45 am
- Parade ends on Interlake Avenue N in front of Lincoln High School
Groups of ten or more, those with a motorized vehicle, and those competing for a trophy must register using our online form. While others wishing to participate can simply show up at Meridian Park, we kindly request that you register in advance to ensure a smooth mustering process.
If you can’t participate but would still like to support the Wallingford Parade, please consider becoming a sponsor or making a donation. Your generosity helps keep this neighborhood tradition alive! Many thanks to sponsors, including Bedrooms & More, Dick’s Drive-in, Cedarhouse Flowers, Dunn Lumber, QFC, Gene Johnson Family of Brands, Key Bank, and Keller Williams Realty Greater Seattle.
We are excited to again be partnering with FamilyWorks to collect donations of food and other essential items at the muster site and points along the parade route. We would love to see you on the sidelines helping to support this incredible local organization. FamilyWorks is also sponsoring a Community Creative Market, located in the Food Bank Parking Lot from 11 am to 1 pm. They are excited to celebrate the creativity and skills within the FamilyWorks community.
Thank you, and we can’t wait to dream big in Wallingford with you!
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