The annual Cedar City Storybook Parade is taking place on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 10 a.m. on Main Street.
The parade was founded in 2003 by former Southern Utah University president Gerald Sherratt as an event specifically for children to enjoy, with parade floats and characters from classic children’s stories making their way down Main Street.
“The heart of the Storybook Parade is that it is a gift to the children of our community. We want every child to have the opportunity to experience a little magic, spark their imagination, and create lasting memories with their families,” said Kaelynn Cox, the marketing administrative assistant for the Iron County Event Center. “It takes countless volunteers, community members, and local sponsors to bring this event to life each year, and it is a wonderful example of what our community can accomplish when we come together.”
This year the parade is also partnering with the Iron County Holiday Assistance Program, SUU Community Engagement Center and Toys for Tots to collect Christmas present donations for kids across the county.
There will be six drop-off locations along the parade route where families can donate new Christmas presents for children in need.
“Whether you’re a child seeing your favorite character come to life or an adult reliving the stories you grew up with, there is something special for everyone,” Cox said. “It’s a free community event, and we hope everyone will come out and enjoy the magic with us.”
Admission is free and everyone is invited to attend and enjoy the celebration of beloved children’s stories and characters.
For more information about the parade, visit the Iron County Event Center website.
Author: Asa Burns
Photo courtesy of James M. Dobson, The Spectrum
Editor: Charlee Steed
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