Kalamazoo Do-Dah Parade: A Festive and Fun-Filled Summer Tradition
Looking for summer activities in Kalamazoo? You can’t beat the joy a parade brings, especially one so hilarious that you’re in stitches the whole time.
The Kalamazoo Do-Dah Parade marches to the beat of its own drum, connecting the community through satire and silliness on June 7, 2025.
This year’s Do-Dah Parade theme is Once Upon a Time, so prepare for some fairytale fun in Downtown Kalamazoo.
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Kalamazoo Do-Dah Parade Highlights
Local businesses and organizations take to the streets to entertain the crowds in downtown Kalamazoo. This annual event features decorations, costumes, and many laugh-out-loud moments.
Modeled after the Doo Dah Parade in Pasadena, California, this family-friendly parade uses parody to laugh, poke fun and create conversation.
Kalamazoo has had the Do-Dah Parade for over 40 years. The tradition continues as the “funniest” parade in the area.
Dates & Times Kalamazoo Do-Dah Parade
Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Location
Downtown Kalamazoo- the parade starts at the intersection of Portage and Lovell
Do-Dah Parade Route
Find a spot along the parade route by 11:00 AM. The Do-Dah Parade begins by WMU at Portage and Lovell. You can watch the silliness from anywhere along the route.
Parade route: Portage and Lovell to Rose, Rose to Michigan, Michigan to Portage, and Portage back to Lovell.
Vote for Your Favorite Do-Dah Parade Participants
If watching isn’t enough, you can vote for your favorite group. Use your phone to scan a QR code and cast your vote. Follow the Do-Dah Parade Event on Facebook for the QR code.
Previous winner: Jeannie Cleaning with their Cat in the Hat-inspired costumes.
Join the Parade!
Why not make your day extra special by being in the parade? If you’re a business or a nonprofit, take to the streets to promote your personality. There’s still time to sign up!
Your challenge? Reinvigorate the meaning of “Do-Dah” through the fairytale theme of Once Upon a Time.
Fun Way to Reach the Community
The Kalamazoo Do-Dah Parade is a unique way to provide entertainment and advertise in the community.
Consider Volunteering
Volunteers are needed each year to make Do-Dah a success. There are a variety of jobs for people with differing interests and abilities.
JumpsART Weekend
More fun is planned for Downtown Kalamazoo during the first weekend in June.
Do-Dah is part of a weekend of events called JumpsART weekend, which also includes:
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