parade
everyone loves a parade!
Who doesn't love a marching band, clowns, antique automobiles and fire engines? There is something for everyone at the FOHW parade! Get there early along Elm Street and Old Portland Road in anticipation of a true old fashioned parade featuring floats and marchers from local farms, summer camps, bands and more! Always one of the highlight events of Old Home Week - don't miss it!
EVENT DETAILS
- Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Time: 10A
- Location: Elm Street & Old Portland Road
JOIN THE FUN - REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE NOW!
The Freedom Old Home Week Association is hard at work preparing for the OHW Parade. Now is your opportunity to be part of the parade magic! We are looking for groups or individuals to register for the parade.
This year’s theme is “It’s A Freedom Thing”. We welcome participants to incorporate this theme into their contribution to the parade if they choose. There will be live voting during the parade to compete in the “Best In Show” Contest. Those competing will have the opportunity to perform or showcase themselves in front of the panel of volunteer judges, in front of Town Hall as they walk by. Winners in each category will be announced and awards will be handed out as participants walk back to the judges the second time they reach Town Hall.
Those that complete early registration for the parade by July 10th are guaranteed a prime spot within the parade line up and will be able to participate in the “Best in Show” contest. To register early, click the link below to fill out the short form so the parade committee can learn more about your entry and interest in participating in the voting contest.
While we encourage early registration, the online registration form will remain open until Thursday, July 24th. Late registrations on the day of the parade will be accepted, using paper forms found at the check-in area on parade day.
For questions about early parade registration please contact Bill Carney - wac0662@verizon.net or Robyn Thomas - rcknrbyn86@gmail.com
To register for the parade, click on the link HERE
PHOTOS
grand marshals
One highlight of the parade is the recognition of a Grand Marshal. Throughout the parade's 100+ year history., the Freedom Old Home Week (FOHW) Association has named annual Grand Marshals ⎻ a person or persons recognized for their outstanding contributions to our community, including volunteerism and dedication to making Freedom a special place in which to live.
2026 GRAND MARSHAL TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
See the list of past Grand Marshals below.