Events and Activities : August 17, Vinton Sesquicentennial Parade Route, entry forms, rules...

Don't miss the BEST parade of the summer! To guarantee yourself the perfect spot on the parade route, be sure to consult the map below. Be sure to arrive early for a good place to watch.

Beginning at the Benton County Fairgrounds where the participants will line up, the parade is scheduled for Saturday, August 17, and will be set to start at 2:00 p.m.

The parade will head north up 2nd Ave., turning left /west at the Phillip's Funeral Home on to 6th St., and then north onto B Ave. to 4th St. where the parade will turn east ending at 2nd Ave. at the Courthouse.

There will be awards given to the best Business, Organization/church/civic group and family/neighborhood entries.

The floats will be judged on the best use of theme, originality, public appeal and craftsmanship or artistic quality.

To enter, all that you need to do is fill out the Parade Entry Form located here and be sure to read the Rules and Regulations here, for an electronic form, click here.