

North Park Drive and South Park Drive from North Van Buren Street to North King Street.North Market Street (except 12th Street) and North Walnut Street will remain open, but intersecting side streets with North King Street will be closed one block from North King Street to prevent traffic from attempting to access King Street. East 16th Street from North Walnut Street westbound to North King Street.Police will be on the scene and will remove road closures when able – most likely late afternoon/early evening. East 2nd Street and East Front Street will be open to allow for cross traffic, but organizers expect significant congestion involving parade participants and the motoring public. North King Street, from West 18th Street/North Market Street to West 2nd Street.We are anxious to share this day with the community and encourage all who are able to join us on October 23.” Street Closures The parade will step off from 16th and King Streets and proceed past the Rodney Square reviewing stand to 4th and King Streets.įire Chief Michael Looney said “the men and women of the WFD are humbled by the participation of so many in our celebration.


“This is an extraordinary celebration that is well deserved, and special thanks go to Mike Hare and the members of the WFD 100th Anniversary Committee, Chief Looney and his leadership team, and to all the sponsors and participants who have made this event possible – a parade that promises to be among the largest this City has ever seen.” “This is an excellent opportunity for members of the public to come out to honor and celebrate the fine men and women of this outstanding department,” said Mayor Mike Purzycki. More than 40 fire companies will participate alongside police agencies, paramedics, and EMS units. Saturday, will feature more than 20 bands - including the President’s United States Marine Corps Band. It’s the 100th anniversary of the Wilmington Fire Department and the city plans to celebrate their century of service with the largest parade the city has ever seen. Organizers promise ‘the largest parade the city has ever seen.’
