Kick off the weekend in epic Jurassic style at the Suwanee Fest parade! Watch as Jurassic Park Jeeps, towering dinosaur costumes, dazzling floats, and lively performers bring the prehistoric world roaring to life.

Feel the excitement as the parade marches through town—just watch your step, the dino-sized fun might have you stomping like a T-Rex to see it all!

Can I Be in the Parade?

Check back soon! Our applications will open in 2025.

Don’t miss your chance to lead the charge and kick off Suwanee Fest weekend in style! Be part of the parade and make a roaring impression as you set the stage for an unforgettable, Jurassic-sized celebration!

Congratulations to our 2024 Award Winners!

Overall Best of Show (1st Place)

North Gwinnett Bulldog Orchestra

Overall Best of Show (2nd Place)

All Stars Performing Arts

Best Reflection of Theme (1st Place)

Peachtree Ridge Youth Athletic Association Cheerleading

Best Reflection of Theme (3rd Place)

North Gwinnett Bulldog Marching Band

Best Float (2nd Place)

Peachtree Ridge High School Robotics Team

Most Entertaining (2nd Place)

Korean Cultural Center

Overall Best of Show (3rd Place)

North Gwinnett Department of Dance

Best Reflection of Theme (2nd Place)

Girl Scouts of Lanier Service Unit

Best Float (1st Place)

Cub Scout Pack 518

Most Entertaining (1st Place)

North Gwinnett High School Air Force ROTC

Most Entertaining (3rd Place)

HTH, Inc.

Congratulations to our 2024 Award Winners!

Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Overall Best of Show (1st Place)

North Gwinnett Bulldog Orchestra

Young musicians play string instruments outdoors, holding silver balloons in a clear sky.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Overall Best of Show (2nd Place)

All Stars Performing Arts

Dancers performing in the Suwanee Fest parade, dressed in pink and blue tops.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Overall Best of Show (3rd Place)

North Gwinnett Department of Dance

Young dancers in bright 80's themed outfits perform outdoors on a sunny day.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Best Reflection of Theme (1st Place)

Peachtree Ridge Youth Athletic Association Cheerleading

Young girls in colorful tutus performing a dance outdoors with arms raised.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Best Reflection of Theme (2nd Place)

Girl Scouts of Lanier Service Unit

A group of people in colorful tutus and accessories participating in the Suwanee Fest parade..
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Best Reflection of Theme (3rd Place)

North Gwinnett Bulldog Marching Band

A group of trumpet players in the North Gwinnett Bulldog Marching Band performs on a street.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Best Float (1st Place)

Cub Scout Pack 518

Children in Cub Scout uniforms holding a banner and balloons in the Suwanee Fest parade.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Best Float (2nd Place)

Peachtree Ridge High School Robotics Team

Parade float with colorful balloons and four young men operating robots.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Most Entertaining (1st Place)

North Gwinnett High School Air Force J-ROTC

Person in a flight suit holding a model Navy jet during a parade.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Most Entertaining (2nd Place)

Korean Cultural Center

A group performing traditional Korean drumming and dancing in colorful attire on a street under a clear blue sky.
Insects encased in golden amber with visible wings and legs.

Most Entertaining (3rd Place)

HTH, Inc.

Performers in red costumes with red drums participating in the Suwanee Fest parade.