Our historic parades
Join the 2026 Oktoberfest parades!
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Come see us during parade season!
The 2025 Royal Family will be joining in many community parades throughout the Spring, Summer and Fall! Come join us!
2026 Parade Schedule »
The Torchlight Parade
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Thursday, September 24, 2026 | Starts at 7 pm
The Maple Leaf Parade
Saturday, September 26, 2026 | Starts at 10 am
Do you have more questions about the parades? Visit the parade section on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Congratulations to the 2025 Torchlight Parade Award Winners!
Torchlight Parade Awards Sponsored by Select Custom Solutions
Best Overall Illuminated – Skyline Fireworks
Best Animal Unit – La Crosse Dive
Best Marching Unit – Longfellow Middle School
People’s Choice Award – Warriors Performing Arts
Congratulations to the 2025 Maple Leaf Award Winners!
Maple Leaf Parade Awards Sponsored by Edward Jones
People’s Choice Award – UWL Alumni Band
Festmaster Award for Visiting Royalty & Festivals- Sparta Butterfest
Parade Marshals’ Award for Community Service – Rotary Lights
Mrs. Oktoberfest Award for Education – Hmong Cultural Center
Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest Award for Theme Music – La Crosse Highlanders + Bag Pipes
Board of Directors Award – St Paul Winter Carnival