Road construction during the summer of 2026 necessitates a new parade route. Map will be updated by May 1st. Â
Begins at 8:30 a.m. around Shirley Hills and St Johns Lutheran (new staging location for 2026). Please note that the staging area takes place on a residential street and can become narrow. Stakes will denote space in the parade. We will have volunteers directing you to the staging area.
We encourage folks to take advantage of the shuttle to the parade staging area. Please note: We’ve added a shuttle just for parade participants and vendors. This will pick-up from the Mound Parking Garage near True Value. Roads will close promptly at 9:30 am (with parade beginning at 10 a.m.). For 2026 the Parade begins on Wilshire Blvd and ends at the intersection of Bartlett Blvd and Commerce Blvd (near Surfside Park).
If you are no longer able to participate, please let us know ASAP. We do have additional spots available if you know of any local businesses or organizations that may be interested.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.Â
The Spirit of the Lakes Festival is a non-profit run solely by volunteers. We always appreciate support and assistance. If you are interested in volunteering in the future, please let us know.