Jess Ford Grand Parade

Make sure to arrive early on Saturday morning to reserve your spot and see the floats up close before the Grand Parade, sponsored by Jess Ford pf Pullman.

Beginning at 11am the parade will travel down Grand Avenue, up Main Street, and finish just outside of Reaney Park. The Little Lentil Sprouts will lead the way followed by a wide variety of lentil entertainment. See the Lentil Express, Rodeo Queens, Distinguished Young Women, fire trucks, floats, and of course our official mascot, Tase T. Lentil!

Don’t miss out on this great Pullman tradition that is fun for the whole family! Get your application in by Friday, August 10.

Results from the 2011 Grand Parade:
Grand Sweepstakes the highest award, given to the most outstanding entry: Colville Community Float
President’s Sweepstakes given to the entry which best portrays a civic festival or celebration: Pullman Law Enforcement
Tase T. Lentil Award given to the entry displaying the best use of humor: Pullman Senior Center
Judge’s Award given to an entry deserving special recognition: United Way
Commercial Sweepstakes given to the outstanding entry entered by a commerical entity: Whitman Co. Sheriffs Dune Buggy
Mayor’s Sweepstakes given to the entry that is unique in it’s presentation: Rising Star Dance Studio
Cougar Awardgiven to the entry with outstanding spirit: WSU Spirit Group
Most Entertaining Entry: Palouse Empire Gymnastics
Best Overall Non-Commercial Entry: Pullman Fire Department
Equestrian-Best Royalty: Palouse Empire Fair Royalty
Equestrian-Best Group: Lewiston Round Up Rodeo Royalty
Equestrian-Best Clean-up Crew: Whitman County Sherriff’s Posse Clean-up Crew
Musical-Best Large Group: Pullman High School Marching Band
Musical-Best Small Group: Pullman Community Band
Musical-Best Overall Sound: WSU Marching Band

Photo by Zach Mazur