2023 Highlights
Balloons and Floats
This yr, hold an eye fixed out for characters straight out of your childhood and an armada of enjoyable and festive parade automobiles.
A Pirate’s Life
  — Picture by J. Fusco for Go to Philadelphia
2023’s parade balloons embody Mr. Potato Head, Strawberry Shortcake, Smurfette, faves from Fraggle Rock and My Little Pony, and extra.
The parade’s floats characteristic themes starting from pirates and undersea critters to gingerbread homes and Philly landmark replicas.
Particular Visitors and Dwell Performances
2023’s eclectic mixture of expertise consists of nationwide stars like Ashley Keating, the Commodores and the solid of Dancing With the Stars, alongside native performers like Woman Alma, Felicia Punzo, PHILADANCO! and the Philadelphia Orchestra.
  — Picture by J. Fusco for Go to Philadelphia
Different featured celebs embody type famous person Carson Kressley, the Philadelphia Eagles’ Jordan Mailata, and OG energy couple Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
