Parade

Members walking at the parade with flags

Members walking at the parade with flags

The Parade marching through downtown Houghton

The Parade marching through downtown Houghton

European representatives at the Parade

European representatives at the Parade

Feel the spirit of understanding and unity as international residents and visitors from more than 50 countries wearing their finest traditional dress set the tone for a grand global display of flags, floats and fanfare. Look for the legendary Blizzard T. Husky, Michigan Tech’s warm and fuzzy mascot, and Riku F. Lion, Finlandia University’s “Mane” man. Other Parade of Nations stars include the high-energy, crowd-pleasing Huskies Pep Band. As always our First Nation leads the procession, in respect and celebration for the Native Americans who were first to call this place home.

The 2023 Parade of Nations begins at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 16th from the Quincy Green in Hancock and ends at the Dee Stadium in Houghton. Spectators are welcome to line the parade route along Quincy Street in Hancock and Shelden Avenue in Houghton.

For more information contact paradeofnations@mtu.edu or 906-487-2160. 

Participate in the Parade

The Parade of Nations’ purpose is to showcase the culture and countries represented in the Keweenaw.