OSWEGO, NY – The Oswego High School Marching Buccaneers will lead children to Breitbeck Park Friday, July 28 as the annual Children’s Parade kicks Harborfest 2023 into high gear. The parade begins at West Park at 10:30 a.m. and arrives at Breitbeck in time for the performance of Peppa Pig on the Children’s Stage.
“The Children’s Parade is a signature event of Harborfest and signals that all of the festival is tailor made for families with children, from the entertainment and activities in the Children’s Area to the exciting fireworks show Saturday night. I can’t wait to see all of the young people in the parade,” said Dan Harrington, Harborfest Executive Director.
Youngsters can make their own masks to wear in the parade starting at 9 a.m. in West Park. All supplies will be provided.
Peppa Pig’s show on the Children’s Stage, sponsored by Wayne Drugs, begins at 11 a.m., with a second show at 1:45 p.m., is a highlight of the programming for children this year. Other performances include the REV Theater Company, the Catskill Puppet Theater and Tom Altman’s Science Bubble Experience. Activities include Build-It Kitds provided by Lowe’s, the Monster Mural sponsored by Glider Oil Company and more. Schedules can be found here.
Harborfest returns Thursday, July 27 – Sunday, July 30 with top national and regional acts on its stages, the annual Children’s Parade and performers for young people on a special stage in Breitbeck Park, great food, crafts and carnival rides and, of course, Central New York’s biggest and best fireworks show, synched to music. The entire festival is free to attend.
A diverse slate of nearly 30 regional artists and bands will perform on stages at Breitbeck Park, East Park and River Walk West. The Children’s Area returns to Breitbeck with crafts, activities and performances. The Dreamland Amusements Midway will set up again in front of the Coast Guard station on Lake Street.
Detailed information about Harborfest can be found on its website and Facebook page.
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