Volunteers needed for Veterans Parade

by Jewelean Magee

The 5th annual African American Veterans Arts and Culture Parade is set for Saturday August 29, 2026, at 2pm rain or shine. The parade committee is seeking volunteers as flag and banner carriers, and re-enactor to wear period costumes plus many more positions to help.

Kids and young adults are encouraged to be in the parade and ride their bikes skateboards, roller skates and blades. They can also dress up in their favorite superhero costume as well.

The parade committee is also looking for sponsors to submit ads to be placed in the souvenir journal and organizations can also participate in the parade by carrying their company’s banner.

The parade will start at the corner of Jefferson and Riley Street and end at the Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion located at 1100 Jefferson and Dodge streets.

For more information, please contact Ms. Latrice Gray, vol unteer chairman at 716-816-5052 or Ms. Debbera M. Ransom at 716-563-2653. Parade meetings are held every Friday from 5pm – 6pm at the C- District Police Station located at the corner of E. Ferry and Fillmore Avenue.