CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County, Pennsylvania is celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with the EPIC Franklin County America250PA Parade on April 18 in downtown Chambersburg. More than 45 local organizations have already signed up to participate, but there are still plenty of places available for those interested!
Registration ends April 10.
The EPIC Franklin County Parade is designed to bring everyone together in a celebration of Franklin County’s talent, heritage, community pride and creativity. Marching bands, community performers, dance groups, youth groups, Jeep clubs, classic car owners, veterans’ organizations, civic groups, historical societies, church groups, tractor and farm organizations, fire companies and horse riders are all invited to be a part of this historic celebration.
Pennsylvania’s statewide America250PA celebration embraces the acronym EPIC—Educate, Preserve, Innovate, Celebrate. In that spirit, the Franklin County America250PA Parade will highlight education, preservation, innovation, and the joy of community celebration. Parade divisions will feature themes including innovation, arts, nature, history, preservation, Franklin County communities, veterans, agriculture, and more.
There is no entry fee, and participants will have the opportunity to compete for $5,000 in cash prizes. For more details and a complete list of entry categories, readers may download the parade registration form here.
The EPIC Franklin County Parade aims to bring to life the stories of the people, organizations, communities, and businesses that shape Franklin County—showcasing its history, culture, and spirit while inspiring residents and visitors to explore more of what the county offers. For questions, readers may contact 717-552-2977 or email [email protected].
