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Grand Old Day is the largest one-day festival in the Midwest, drawing over 250,000 people each year from the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area, regionally and from neighboring states. The event is held along Grand Avenue, Saint Paul’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district.  The parade is the 2nd largest in the area with over 180,000 in attendance. The Parade will kick-off promptly at 9:30 am. The parade route begins at Dale and Grand then proceeds west along Grand to Fairview. Grand Avenue and all side streets are closed after 8:00 am.

Grand Old Day 2013 Parade

Sunday, June 2, 2013

9:30am

2013 Parade Lineup

The Grand Old Day parade is held each year to entertain both children and adults alike. The parade is a wonderful opportunity for your business or organization to show support for communities like Grand Avenue and meet your audience face-to-face. 

A panel of judges will be looking for the best parade unit to be awarded the Grand Old Day Parade Best in Show trophy. Judging criteria will include appearance (style and presentation), originality, use of theme, participation and audience response.

The 2013 Grand Old Day Parade Theme: Through the Decades

This year the Grand Old Day Parade will celebrate all four decades that Grand Old Day has been a part of.  Get ready for floats that highlight the 1970's, 1980's, 1990's and 2000's! 

Congratulations to Anytime Fitness, winner of the Grand Old Day Parade Best in Show trophy.  The Anytime Fitness Parade contingent featured over 50 children and adults.  The group got the crowed pumped up and off on the right foot by showing off their exercise moves to some great music.  Congratulations Anytime Fitness!  

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