Blossom Time Parade
The grand finale of Blossom Time and one of Northeast Ohio’s most beloved Memorial Day weekend traditions. The Blossom Time Parade draws 50,000 to 100,000 spectators to downtown Chagrin Falls each year. Revived more than 60 years ago by the Jaycees, the parade fills the streets with marching bands, floats, veterans groups, drill teams, and classic cars. It’s a celebration of tradition, service, and community pride.
It’s in the Details
When & Where
DATE: Sunday May 24, 2026
TIME: 2:00 PM
PARADE LOCATION: Downtown Chagrin Falls
Judging and Reviewing Stand: Triangle Park
Gather with Details
The Parade route kicks off at Chagrin Falls High School, then goes west down East Washington Street towards downtown Chagrin Falls. Find a spot on the sidewalk early for the best view!
Event Leaders
- Connor Packard
Parade Participant Information
2026 Parade Theme: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
All participants are required to decorate their cars, trucks, and trailers in patriotic style. Show off red, white, and blue, honor our nation’s history, and help celebrate 250 years of America.
Entry Deadline: Friday, May 22, 2026
Fees: Refer to the application form for entry fees.
Assembly location is at Chagrin Falls High School (400 East Washington Street, one mile east of downtown). Assembly time starts at 12:30pm, parade begins at 2pm.
- Buses may drop off passengers and park either at the assembly area or in the downtown lot at the end of the parade route.
- Private vehicles are allowed to pass through the assembly area for participant drop-offs only. Please exit promptly after unloading.
- Limited parking is available at the staging area. Space is limited, so please plan ahead.
- No parking is permitted at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Violators will be towed at the owner’s expense.
- Staging spot numbers will be emailed the Saturday before the parade. Please print your number and clearly affix it to the front right side of your float or vehicle.
- Judging will take place at the reviewing stand in Triangle Park at the parade’s conclusion.
- Winners will be selected based on the categories listed in the registration form.
- Winners will be announced via email and on the Chagrin Valley Jaycees Facebook page.
- If you would like a trophy, please email parade@cvjc.org to request one.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors.
Your support makes it all possible.
Blossom Time Parade Outtakes
The moments that stopped traffic in the best way.
