Rotarians,
Thank you to everyone participating in the Fall Into Marion Parade this Saturday, September 12!
The parade begins at 10:00 a.m., and we have a few logistics to share regarding parking, transportation, and lineup.
Sign Up
If you plan to participate, please register using the sign-up sheet below if you have not already done so:
2026 Fall Into Marion Parade – Rotary Sign-Up
Please include yourself and any family members or friends who will be joining you. Guests and prospective Rotary members are welcome!
Parking and Transportation
Because the parade starts and ends at different locations, please meet at the old Marion Public Library parking lot at 9:15 a.m. We will leave approximately half of the vehicles there and carpool in the remaining vehicles to the staging area.
Those driving to the staging area should park near the Starry Park ball fields or along the streets near the former Starry Elementary School. After the parade, those who left vehicles at the old library can help shuttle drivers back to their vehicles.
Parade Details
- Our float will arrive at the staging area around 9:00 a.m.
- Our group is Entry #29
- Staging is on 15th Street between Grand Avenue and 1st Avenue
- Vehicles must enter from the south using Grand Avenue
- Traffic on 15th Street will be one-way northbound
- The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. and should last less than an hour
- The route begins at 1st Avenue and 15th Street, travels north on 15th Street to 6th Avenue, then heads west on 6th Avenue to 9th Street
- Please wear your Rotary shirt and comfortable walking shoes
- If you signed up to provide candy, please remember to bring it
Thank you to everyone who has signed up already. I look forward to seeing everyone Saturday!
Thanks,
Seth Staashelm