
The parade starts at Clark County Fire District’s Station 61 and winds around the streets of Hazel Dell

The 59th annual Parade of Bands is set for Saturday, May 17. This year’s event features 24 area high school bands and over 120 entries.
The parade starts at Clark County Fire District’s Station 61 and winds around the streets of Hazel Dell. As such, a number of streets will start closing at about 9:30 a.m. on May 17. The parade usually wraps up around 1 p.m., until then motorists should plan alternate routes.
There’s still time to register to participate. Registration closes May 10, 2025. Registration packets can be picked up and dropped off at Minuteman Press, 7415 NE Highway 99, Vancouver.
You can find more information about the event at the website of the Hazel Dell Salmon Creek Business Association.

Information provided by Clark County Fire District 6.
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