Below you will find information on how to purchase a float or banner for the Greek Independence Day Parade. Attending the parade to watch is FREE of charge and does not require a ticket.
The Federation has been the “voice” of the Greek-American community since 1949, communicating and interacting with the representatives of the Hellenic (Greek) Republic, Republic of Cyprus, government officials of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, City of Philadelphia, other local governments, and also with our Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey. The Federation is also the sponsor of the Greek Independence Parade and Celebration, with thousands of Greek-Americans and Philhellenes proudly parading down Benjamin Franklin Parkway each year.
IMPORTANT: Anyone is welcome to watch the parade free of charge! Bring your family and friends of all ages. This page is for those that would like to purchase a parade float OR banner for their group to march in the parade with. All purchases are due by March 25, 2025.
Float: $2,200 (registration to march included in purchase)
New Banner: $300 (registration to march included in purchase)
Marching with your group with no float/no new banner: FREE, please register here by March 25, 2025.
Sunday, April 6th Parade Schedule of Events:
10AM | Doxology
The celebration will commence with a Doxology at 10 AM at the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, located at 156 South 8th Street, Philadelphia. Attendees are encouraged to dress in business attire for this event.
1PM | Parade Formation
Parade formation for marching groups and vehicle floats will begin at 1 PM on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
2PM | Parade Step Off
The parade will step off at 2 PM, with grandstands available for viewing at the intersection of Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 18th Street. Food vendors will be stationed near the parade grandstands for attendees’ convenience.
For more information on the Federation, visit our website. For more information on the schedule of events for the Greek Independence Day Celebration, visit here.
Have additional questions? Contact John Vasiliou, Parade Chairman.
John Vasiliou, Vice-President: [email protected]
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley thanks you for your support!
All items are non-refundable. For specific circumstances, please contact the Parade Chairman, John Vasiliou.
All items are non-refundable. For specific circumstances, please contact the Parade Chairman, John Vasiliou.