free event & tons of fun for all
free event & tons of fun for all
the city of college park presents the 3rd annual juneteenth parade & freedom celebration
one city. two counties. endless possibilities.
3rd Annual Juneteenth Parade
Registration will open soon for the
2026 Juneteenth Parade!
Friday, June 19, 2026
10am-12pm
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Event Outline
Parade – 10am-12pm
Vendor Fair/Kids’ Zone – 1pm-4pm
Music on the Lawn – 1pm-4pm
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Parade Info
IMPORTANT!
2026 Grand Marshals: Councilwoman Tracie Arnold, Ward III, City of College Park
Chairwoman Dr. Aleika Anderson-Henry, Clayton County Board of Commissioners
Vice Chairwoman Commissioner Gail Hambrick, District 2, Clayton County Board of Commissioners
Family Vehicle Showcase: Decorate your car and ride with pride.
Parade Line-Up Location: G.W. Northcutt Elementary School, 5451 West Fayetteville Road, Atlanta, GA 30349
Parade Route: G.W. Northcutt Elementary to Piccadilly
Parade Rule: Parade Performances must stay in motion with grandstand stops limited to 30–45 seconds.
Grandstand Viewing Area: Godby Road Police Precinct, 2330 Godby Rd, College Park, GA 30349
You must be on site by 9:00 a.m. to participate. The parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. and end at 12:00 p.m.
Rules
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Parking in designated area only for drop offs!
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Distribution or throwing of merchandise or articles by any participant is allowed along the parade route. This includes candy, trinkets, and community friendly items only please.
3.
Each group or participant must have a leader at the parade site by 8:30 a.m. to assist your group.
4.
Please know your assigned entry # upon check in. (see attachment for entry)
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Performances must stay in motion — grandstand stops limited to 30-45 seconds. Grandstand Viewing Area: Godby Road Police Precinct, 2330 Godby Road, College Park, GA 30349.
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Please remind supporters to gather at the announcement areas for awards.
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Music: Community oriented music. No profanity or suggestive attire allowed.
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Parade judging will begin promptly upon group arrival. Please prepare for moving performance.
Specialty Awards 2026
Trophies will be awarded for:
*GRAND MARSHAL (1)
special recognition includes: sash & trophy
*CO-GRAND MARSHAL (2)
special recognition includes: sash & trophy
*Family March for Human Rights (2)
*Corporate Impact (2)
Winner & 1st Runner-Up
*Community & Service (2)
Winner & 1st Runner-Up
*Best Performance (2)
Winner & 1st Runner-Up
*Best Senior 55+ Group (2)
Winner & 1st Runner-Up
*best dj (3)
Winner, 1st Runner-Up & 2nd Runner-UP
Highest total score
Crowd Favorite & Judges' Choice
Receives the LARGE GRAND TROPHY
Judging Criteria:
Cultural Relevance
Creativity
Community Impact
Presentation & Style
Crowd Response
How to Win:
Bring passion.
Bring purpose.
Move with meaning.