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Grand Floral Starlight Parade

2026 CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade

Date: June 06, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Portland, OR

2026 CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade

June 06, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Applications coming soon!

In 2026, the Portland Rose Festival proudly introduces an exciting evolution of two beloved traditions: the CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade.

This newly reimagined parade brings together the pageantry of the Grand Floral Parade with the energy and excitement of the Starlight Parade into one unforgettable celebration. By combining these iconic events, the Rose Festival is creating a single, dynamic parade experience that honors tradition while embracing creativity, community, and innovation.

The CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade will feature a vibrant mix of illuminated and floral floats, marching bands, equestrian units, community and cultural organizations, and creative participants from across the region. The combined format allows for richer storytelling, broader representation, and an enhanced experience for both participants and spectators.

This evolution also allows the Rose Festival to focus resources more intentionally—strengthening production quality, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of one of Portland’s most cherished civic celebrations.

We look forward to welcoming the community to this bold new chapter of the Rose Festival.

Ways to Watch

From the Street

Get in on the in-person illuminated action for free with a city street spot! The Starlight Parade travels through downtown Portland and ends at Lincoln High School. View the Route Map below and find your favorite spot!

Pro Tip! Set your chairs for the parade in the afternoon and enjoy some fair food and carnival rides at CityFair before the parade steps off!

From Your Couch

A special thank to our partners and friends at KATU for broadcasting the 2026 CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade live - check back in Spring 2026 for broadcast time & details.

PARKING SUGGESTIONS

We highly encourage arrival by TriMet! If you are planning to drive downtown, here are a few suggested locations for parking nearby different parts of the Starlight Parade route:

-Smart Park - SW 1st & Jefferson, SW 4th & Yamhill (arrive early - 4th Ave closes by 4:30pm through the duration of the parade), SW 10th & Yamhill
-World Trade Center Parking Garage - 56 SW Taylor St (arrive very early - Naito Parkway will be closed by 1:30pm through the duration of the parade)
-Public Parking - SW Alder and 4th (arrive early - 4th Ave closes by 4:30pm through the duration of the parade.)
-ABM Parking Services - 121 SW 4th Ave. (arrive early - 4th Ave closes by 4:30pm through the duration of the parade), and US Bankcorp Tower Parking (111 SW 5th Ave)
-Old Town Chevron - 4th and Burnside (arrive early - 4th Ave and Burnside will close by 4:30pm through the duration of the parade.)

ALL SUGGESTED PARKING LOTS & FACILITIES ARE OWNED AND OPERATED INDEPENDENTLY FROM THE PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL FOUNDATION.

Parade Route Map

Parade Route Street Closures