For many lifelong Delphos residents, the parade has always been an important end of summer tradition.
DELPHOS, OH (WLIO) -Â Delphos wrapped up Canal Days with a parade through town.Â
Many walking or driving in the parade took the opportunity to show pride for their city and heritage, with several German or Irish-themed vehicles and outfits making their way through the streets.
Around 80 groups participated in this year's parade to mark the end of the festival. Many walking or driving in the parade took the opportunity to show pride for their city and heritage, with several German or Irish-themed vehicles and outfits making their way through the streets. For many lifelong Delphos residents, the parade has always been an important end of summer tradition.
"I have actually grown up being in it with either The Dancer by Gina, cheering with my high school, or now in it for the Canal Days Pageant. When I was younger, I was Jr. Miss Canal Days too, so now being the queen, it's like a full circle, going from younger to now when I'm older. I've grown up with up with it so it's just fun to be continuing," said Kennedy Sterling, the 2024 Canal Days Queen.Â
After the parade, festivalgoers headed downtown for one more day of music, food, Jessop rides, and visiting the museum.
