And you thought Disneyland had the best parade on the planet – not even close! Every 1st Sunday of June, Balboa Island launches the single, greatest “epic” parade on the planet! Generations of Island residents are either in the parade, or watching from the sidelines. Locals compete with float entries from the various gemstone streets – everyone gets in the act!
Led off by the Marine Corps Band, followed by just about every child riding some form of wheels, other highlights include the fantastically choreographed Patio Chair Drill Marching Team, some of the original surf bands such as Surfing Safaris, and The Nomad; and of course,
Bessie B. Jeweled, who is currently getting her parade costume painted on! One year they started with the “Running of the Labs” across the Island Bridge – to say that total canine chaos ensued is an understatement!
For a parade route that is technically only 2 blocks long, it can hold its own against Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade anytime! Launched 16 years ago to commemorate the opening of the new Firehouse, it is the perfect Kick-Off for summer. Come early, bring chairs or grab a curb side seat.
The Parade runs from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm and goes down Marine Ave.
The Island Bridge will be closed from 11:00 – 12:30 pm.
Float Viewing and Live Music will continue to entertain through the afternoon.
Tags: Balboa Island Parade, Newport Beach Summer Parade, Parade
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