ORLEANS – Spectators attending the 55th Annual Orleans Dogwood Festival Parade on Saturday, April 26th, are in for a treat with special appearances by the renowned Circle City Sidewalk Stompers Clown Band of Indianapolis and the award-winning “Indiana State Festival Association 1” vehicle.
The Circle City Sidewalk Stompers, a beloved fixture at events across the state, will once again bring their musical merriment to the Orleans parade. In addition to their performance during the parade, the Clown Band will also entertain the crowd with a brief show downtown at the Main Stage starting at 1:00 PM, just before the parade kicks off.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, the “Indiana State Festival Association 1” (ISFA 1) will also make a special guest appearance during the event. This eye-catching 26 ½ foot step van boasts a custom-designed and colorful wrap promoting the 2025 Indiana Festival Guide Cover and highlighting over 70 of Indiana’s festivals, fairs, and events. To further enhance the experience, “ISFA 1” features a 61-minute custom soundtrack filled with fanfares, patriotic tunes, festival music, and Hoosier selections, along with announcements. The vehicle is also equipped with a custom light package and two bubble machines capable of producing over 6,000 bubbles per minute.
The Orleans Dogwood Festival Parade will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26th, and travel down Maple Street (SR 37 South) through the historic downtown area.
For those interested in participating in the parade, entries are still being accepted. Entry forms can be obtained by visiting the official Dogwood Festival website at www.orleansdogwoodfestival.com, as well as from The Orleans Progress Examiner newspaper and the Orleans Town offices. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of this celebrated annual event!
