Lilac Festival Grand Parade

Considered a Local Legacy Event by the United States Library of Congress, this festival finale is led by the family of Don Andress, Carl Andress and Jamie Andress – Islanders and direct descendants of Chief Mackinac along with Don and Darold Keith, descendants of Chief Pontiac and Chief Okemos. Marching bands, horse-drawn floats, the Lilac Queen and Court, clowns, various groups and other parade participants help to wrap up the end of our fabulous festival week!