More Than a Century of Illumination!
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Did you know that an illuminated parade has been a part of the Portland Rose Festival since its early years? In 1907, "red fire" lit up the night as the fire department paraded along Yamhill street. The following year, more than 20 floats "brilliantly illuminated with electric lights and torches" came together to celebrate "The Spirit of the West" during the night-time parade.
Now known as the Starlight Parade, the Portland Rose Festival's illuminated parade remains one of our most popular events, drawing more than 250,000 spectators to watch sparkling floats, gleaming bands and glowing marching groups wind their way through downtown.
A favorite with community organizations, the Starlight Parade includes many entries from regional festivals, neighboring cities, and local charities, as well as outstanding support from our sponsors and local businesses.
Good Clean Fun
Along with our other two parades, the Starlight Parade shares the title of The Cleanest Parade in America, thanks to the efforts of our sponsors, Portland General Electric and SOLV, and many volunteers! The parade is broadcast live from 9 to 11 p.m. on KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8.
Official Auto Dealership of the Rose Festival Parades
As the official auto dealership of the PGE/SOLV Starlight Parade, Parker Johnstone's Wilsonville Honda believes that it is right to be loyal to their customers, honest with everyone and unselfish in dealing with others. After the lights go down and the parade gets movin' be sure to spot this Honda Element as the parade's official pace car and many others provided by Parker Johnstone's Wilsonville Honda. In fact, all the vehicles used in the Rose Festival centennial parades will be available to purchase at the end of June. If you are currently in the market for a vehicle, this can be a very special way to own a piece of Rose Festival history! For more information please visit WilsonvilleHonda.Com.
