Schedule
Saturday, September 27th
11:30am – 1:00pm
Location
Virginia Beach Oceanfront
16th – 32nd Streets on Atlantic Avenue
Sponsors
A grand way to start the day!
Streets lined with people, colorful floats in all shapes and sizes, larger-than-life balloons, marching bands… all of which is just a small snapshot of Neptune’s Grand Parade on Saturday. Find yourself the best spot on the block as you enjoy the music and sights of our many parade units. Be sure to keep an eye out for Queen Neptune and her court! With a 16 block parade route, a bad spot is hard to find.
Make sure you get there early for front row seating, as many of the floats will have beads and other fun giveaways for the crowd. Come cheer your favorites as all roll down Atlantic Avenue starting on 16th Street at 11:30 AM. As a highlight of Neptune Festival, this free event is a must for all, young and old alike. So take a seat on the curb and watch the entertainment roll by.
This event is free and open to the public, and will take place rain or shine!
Parade Participation
Show us how much your company, cultural group, school, or other organization loves the beach by participating in the Grand Parade! Contact emma@neptunefestival.com for more information.
2024 Awards
Float Awards
Neptune Award (Best Overall Float) – Dominion Energy
Mayor’s Award (Best Interpretation of VB and Celebrate Beach Life) – Atkinson Realty
Cultural Award (Best Float by a Nonprofit or Cultural Group) – NAMI Coastal VA Affiliate
Marching Bands
First Place – Crimson Thunder CTX
Second Place – Ocean Lakes Marching Dolphins
Third Place – Baltimore Twilighters
Best Dance Group
First Place – Music In Motion
Second Place – bellA Dance
Third Place – Twinkle Toes Performing Arts Company
Best Entertainment
First Place – Nightmare Mansion
Second Place – F.A.C.T. Autism Center
Third Place – Lawyer Garage
Volunteer with us!
Ready to help out at the Grand Parade? If you decide to join us, you’ll receive a free Volunteer event t-shirt and guaranteed good times!
Other Neptune Events
We’ve got events happening from May to October, and we hope that you can join us for all of them!
