Pre-Parade Party

Before the Parade steps off, join us at the Pre-Parade Party at the Sandy Springs Municipal Complex from 6 - 8:30 p.m. The party is packed with activities for everyone – whether you're marching in the parade or cheering from the sidelines.

What to Expect 

👟 Parade Start - This party is the starting point for the parade! If you are walking in the parade, line-up is at the Pre-Parade Party at 8:15 p.m. 

🎧 Live DJ - Live DJs spin a mix of awesome party music, lead hula-hoop contests, and more. 

🎈 Balloon Artist - Watch the magic unfold as a balloon artist creates animals, swords, and other fun shapes.

🧼 Bubble Station - Step into a world of bubbles! Kids can create giant, sparkling bubbles using all kinds of silly gadgets and unexpected objects.

💃 Stayin’ Alive Dance Crew – Right before parade line up, enjoy a performance from Stayin’ Alive, a non-profit dance crew of performers aged 50+. They inspire everyone to keep moving and grooving! 

🌭 Food Trucks - Savor delicious bites from a variety of food trucks: Food Vendor list coming soon! 

Know Before You Go 

No Cars - For everyone's safety, Cars / Rideshare are NOT allowed near the parade route. Please park at Event Parking (7840 Roswell Road), then walk to the Pre-Parade Party.

Shuttles begins at 6:00 p.m. - Shuttles run between Parking and the Pre-Parade Party until the parade begins. After parade step-off, shuttles only run from Overlook Park back to Parking. Staying for the parade? Plan to walk to Overlook Park or back to Parking.

Restrooms are available at Event Parking, Pre-Parade Party, and Overlook Park. 

Learn more

Make your lantern in advance, then join the Lantern Parade on Saturday, May 9th! 

• Lantern Parade overview 
• Make a Lantern 
• Pre-Parade Party 
• Enjoy the Parade 
• Discover the Puppets  
• Getting Here