Mayfest announces new parade categories

The Town of Strasburg prepares for this year’s Mayfest with the announcement of some new awards up for grabs during the parade.

The new parade categories for 2023 include Best Appearing Fire/EMS apparatus, Business entry, Organization entry, Antique Vehicle, and Best Youth Group.

The parade begins at 4 pm with the winners of each category announced at an award presentation at 6 pm at the Strasburg Square.

Winners will receive a commemorative plaque for their category.

The parade route follows King Street beginning at the Dunkin Donuts and concluding at Massanutten Street and will last about 30 minutes.

To get your group entered into the parade, contact Wendy Williams at 703-853-8729 or put in an application online by clicking here.

Other marquee events planned for this year’s Mayfest include Heels, Hops and Bowties kickoff event on May 12th, live music, the Ole Timers Baseball game, and new for this year, GUI Esports events hosted at the Bright Box each day of the festival.