The City of Folsom has officially opened up entries for the upcoming 24th Annual Wayne Spence Veterans Day Parade that is slated to bring celebration and remembrance to the streets of Folsom on Monday, Nov. 11.
This annual event spans more than two decades now, and it all began with one man’s vision and efforts. The tradition began as a simple one-man parade through Folsom by none other than a local resident named Wayne Spence. Spence began this annual tradition by parading through the streets of Folsom on his own to honor our local veterans. He then began to encourage others to join his efforts.
Thereafter, the parade has grown into one of the largest in the region annually and has always been held on Veterans Day itself, regardless what day of the week it might fall on. Spence was also known for his involvement in assisting the city of Folsom with the naming of various streets after fallen vets.
Those wishing to log an entry into the parade this year are urged to do so early to secure a spot by COMPLETING THE OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM RIGHT HERE or calling the city at 916-461-6615 for more information
The parade is set to begins at 9 a.m. Nov. 11 on E. Bidwell Street in front of the HomeGoods parking lot, located at 430 Blue Ravine Road and takes place rain ofr shine.