Here at the University of Florida, we are excited to present the largest student-run parade in the nation! This year’s Homecoming Parade on October 9th, 2026, will showcase many of the student organizations and sponsors that make Homecoming Week so special for all ages. This Gainesville tradition is a staple within the community. Whether they’re watching live or via television, tens of thousands of people watch the parade each year! Don’t miss it!
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PARADE
DETAILS
Date: October 9th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Route: To Be Announced
Parade Application
Apply to participate in the parade!
For more information, contact our Director of Parade.
2025 ROUTE
The entire Gainesville and UF community is welcome to attend this year’s Homecoming Parade, which is beginning at 13th Street and Museum Road. It will travel North and turn at University Avenue, where it will process until reaching Bo Diddley Plaza on Main Street. To prioritize the safety of our Gators, the parade route has been adapted to accommodate the speed tables on University Avenue. For more information contact parade@ufhomecoming.org.
