It’s hard to believe that I am a Phoenix native yet have never seen the Fiesta Bowl Parade in person. This year, I found a good viewing spot in my neighborhood, which is often on the route for parades.
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| Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation’s float |
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| Cute dancing salsas accompany the chips. |
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| Ballet Folklorico Alegria’s colorful costumes. |
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| Tempe High School’s float. |
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| Texas Christian University’s band. |
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| Chevys from various years rolled through the parade. |
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| Mini horses. |
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| Corona del Sol Steel Band performed from a tropical-themed float. |
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| U.S. swimmer Missy Franklin was the grand marshal of the parade. |
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| The Winslow community float makes me want to visit soon. |
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| USS Arizona |
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| Arizona Twirling Athletes had adorable costumes and impressive baton-twirling skills. |
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| The town of Williams also participated, with a Western-themed float. |
