Dogwood Festival Presented by Phoenixville Jaycees Foundation

Live Entertainment at Reeves Park Bandshell

Saturday, May 18
3:00PM Latin Dance Group
4:00PM AMP Bingo
6:00PM The Holts
8:00PM Vinyl Roots

2024 Dogwood Parade Presented by Phoenixville Jaycees Foundation
Saturday, May 18 at 1:00 pm
Route: Smithworks Boulevard > Main Street

-- The Annual Dogwood Parade takes place on Armed Forces Day

-- 1:00 PM Start Time
Use caution when finding a viewing area, never assume a street is closed.

-- Parade Route
The parade begins on Smithworks Blvd. Click Here to see a parade map

-- Parade Registration
We would love to have you or your organization Register here!

-- Parking
If you need parking visit one of the municipal or private lots in the Borough

-- 1.4 Mile Route
The parade route is approximately 1.4 miles long. Starting at Smithworks Blvd

Why the new parade route?
This year we are excited to be celebrating the Borough of Phoenixville's 175th birthday and the Phoenixville Fire Department's 150th birthday during the Dogwood Parade! Due to these exciting celebrations, we are planning a BIG parade and need extra space for the lineup.

Line Up: Opens at 11:30pm, Must be in line by 12:15pm
Parade Line Up: Phoenixville Fire Department, Paradise Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460
GPS Location: Paradise Street & Center Street
Parade Route Length: ~1.4 miles
Parade Start Time: 1:00pm
Restrooms: Portable Toilets In Staging Area
Parking: Wheatland Street Lot, 716 Wheatland Street, Phoenixville, PA 19460 - More Info
Rain Information: There is no rain date for the Dogwood Parade.
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The Dogwood Parade Committee may deny entries and/or require immediate departure of any entry if that entry is not obeying the enclosed rules and regulations.? https://www.phoenixvilledogwoodfestival.org/parade-line-up.

We look forward to your participation in the 81st Annual Dogwood Parade. If you have any questions please email [email protected].

Parade Rules:

General Compliance:
-- All participants are subject to the rules established by the Phoenixville Jaycees Dogwood Committee and the Phoenixville Police Department. Both authorities reserve the right to remove any participant or group at their discretion.

Participant Line-Up:
-- All parade entries must be aligned in their designated zone by 12:15 PM on Saturday, May 18th.

Distribution of Materials:
-- The distribution of candy or other objects by throwing is strictly prohibited. Candy may only be handed out directly by walking participants.

Vehicle Requirements:
-- A designated driver must remain with each vehicle in the line-up area at all times.
-- Alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited within the line-up area, on any float, in any vehicle, or on any participant. Consumption of alcohol prior to or during the parade will lead to immediate removal from the event.

Advertisements and Endorsements:
-- No political advertisements or endorsements are allowed. Current elected officials are permitted to participate.
-- Marketing companies are welcome but may only promote their own services, not those of their clients.

Parade Movement:
-- Participants must maintain a continuous forward motion to prevent gaps. A minimum distance of 100 feet should be maintained between each unit.

Behavior and Safety:
-- All participants must complete the entire parade route.
-- No excessive revving of engines, squealing of tires, blowing of air horns, racing, driving erratically, or hot-rodding.
-- Live animals participating in the parade must either wear waste catchers or be accompanied by a cleanup crew.

Driver Regulations:
-- Any participant operating a motorized vehicle must possess a valid driver's license and may be asked to show it by the committee.

Consequences for Non-Compliance:
-- Failure to adhere to any of the above rules may result in immediate removal from the parade. The Parade Committee aims to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants and spectators.

Dogwood Bingo
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Bingo hosted by comedian Aunt Mary Pat will be held on Saturday May 18th. Get your tickets today!
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More information [email protected].