Apply for the 2025 Homecoming Parade
Submit your organization's entry application for consideration into this year's parade. Space is limited, so act fast!
The 2025 parade kicks off on Friday, September 26th, at 5:45 PM in downtown Iowa City. Special thanks to our parade sponsor, City of Iowa City!
The Homecoming Parade is an annual tradition that brings Hawkeyes together from both near and far. Parade participants include students, staff, faculty, and members of the Iowa City and surrounding communities.
Watch the video
Couldn't make it to Iowa City? Want to watch the action again?
Watch The livestream on YouTube!
Parade route
The parade will begin moving west on Washington St. at Gilbert, then north on Clinton, east on Jefferson, south on Dubuque, east on Iowa, and will end at the intersection of Iowa Ave. and Gilbert Street.
Each year, the University of Iowa community celebrates alongside more than 20,000 Hawkeyes that come from near and far to watch the parade. Included in the parade are dozens of floats, performances, bands, dance troupes, guests of honor, student organizations, community organizations, staff, faculty, and students.
Grand marshals
Chuck Long was our 2024 Grand Marshal! Learn more about his Hawkeye history in the For Iowa Magazine. Check back in September for the 2025 Grand Marshall announcement!
Questions?
- Parade participant information can be found on this page.
- Questions or concerns can be directed to the Parade Directors, Charlie Brink and Ramiro Ramirez, at hoco-parade@uiowa.edu.
Street Closures
Roads in downtown and residential areas of Iowa City may be affected by road closures and no-parking ordinances. Check here if your area will be affected.
Volunteers
Volunteer for the Parade! If you're interested in volunteering, please contact Contact the Volunteer Director, Ally Wehrspan, at hoco-volunteer@uiowa.edu with any questions.