The Children's Parade sponsored by BECU is the kick-off event on Friday night July 23rd and is expected to attract hundreds of kids and parents. Families, church groups, preschools, pets, bikes, scooters, wagons and small motorized vehicles are all welcome to participate. Participants are encouraged to dress and decorate with this year’s theme - "Fabulous Fifty".

Each participant will receive a carnival ticket (good for one ride), candy and popsicle (donated by Jay's Market).

Registration forms for the Children's Parade are available at City Hall, Lake Stevens Journal, Foster Press and the Lake Stevens Library. Pre-registration is strongly recommended but you can also register at the parade. All pre-registered children will receive a “Fabulous Fifty” Sun Visor.”

Staging for the Children's Parade begins at 5pm on Friday in the triangle in front of the Fire Hall at Hartford and Grade Road. Parade begins at 6pm and proceeds down Main Street to 18th Street, East on 18th to 125th, North on 125th (behind True Value Hardware) ending on 20th Street NE. Popsicles will be handed out at the end of the parade.

Download 2010 Parade Information, Route Map and Entrance Application (1MB PDF)

For more information please contact Aquafest at (425) 397-2344.

Highlights From Past Children's Parade
(Look for all photos in the Photo Gallery)