City of Bowling Green, Kentucky

This event is free and open to the public.

Parade participants should make plans to arrive for line up at 8:30 am in downtown Bowling Green. Once the parade line-up has been determined, usually one week prior to the parade date, a confirmation letter including parking details will be emailed.

The parade begins at 10 am beginning and ending near Circus Square Park traveling up College Street, turning left onto 10th Avenue; then left onto State Street and ending at 6th and State Street.

For safety reasons, DO NOT THROW CANDY, please have a designated person to hand out candy to spectators.

Sign up for text alerts. Text "Vetsparade" to 1-866-554-2755. Contact: 270-393-3549

4th, 5th & 6th Grade Teachers:
You are invited to attend and have your students participate in the annual Veterans Parade Essay Contest! Three students, one from each grade, will have the opportunity to win $200, be a part of the parade, and read their essay at the Flag Raising Ceremony at the Warren County Courthouse. Please share this information with your staff and students. 

Student Entry Form