Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade

12/17/2025

ALBION — The Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade has been getting bigger and Susan Oschmann says it’s time for someone new to lead the planning of it.

12/14/2025

12/14/2025

A huge thank-you to GO ART! for their incredible support of this year’s Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade!

Their sponsorship helps us keep the live music alive, bringing even more magic, joy, and holiday spirit to Main Street. 🎄❤️

From supporting local artists to championing creative experiences across our community, GO ART! continues to be a shining light in Orleans & Genesee counties — and we’re so grateful to have them as part of our parade family this year.

Thank you, GO ART!, for helping Albion celebrate with music, energy, and heart! 🎶✨

12/14/2025

We received official word from the North Pole… and it’s BIG.
Kim Remely has earned herself a permanent spot on Santa’s Nice List! 🎄💖

As Parade Co-Chair, Kim didn’t just help — she ran the entire judges’ stand last night… and if you’ve ever seen the whirlwind of score sheets, timing, music cues, and holiday chaos up there, you KNOW that’s not an easy job! 😅🎤🎅

But with her signature cheer, calm leadership, and full-hearted love for this community, Kim made it look effortless.
Because of her, our judges were organized, the flow was smooth, and the Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade sparkled just a little brighter. ✨

Kim — thank you for your time, energy, creativity, and Christmas spirit.
Albion is lucky to have you… and Santa clearly agrees. 😉❤️
🎄✨

12/14/2025

🎉 We’re heading to DUBBY’S!
Santa & Mrs. Claus are here, the ovens are hot, the games are on, and parade winners will be announced shortly — but that’s not all… 👀✨

🎈 NEW THIS YEAR: Kids get to be judges too!
We’re hosting a Kid’s Choice Award right at Dubby’s — and the kiddos will vote for their FAVORITE parade entry!
🏆 Prize: $100 to the winning float, truck, or group chosen by our youngest parade fans!

Bring the family, grab some wood-fired pizza, and let the kids make parade history.
Come celebrate with us! 🎅🍕🎄

12/13/2025

Today we want to send a HUGE thank-you to Greater Albion Community Recreation and Events, Inc. (G-ACRE) for sponsoring this year’s Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade! ❤️💚

This incredible volunteer-driven organization works year-round to:
✨ Create and support recreational opportunities
✨ Champion volunteerism
✨ Improve the quality of life for the entire Albion community

Their commitment to bringing people together is felt in every event, activity, and moment of hometown pride we get to experience.

We are so grateful for the energy, heart, and hands that G-ACRE pours into Albion — our parade (and our community!) shines brighter because of you. 🎄✨

Thank you for all you do!

12/13/2025

Say hello to Melissa Prince – our final parade judge!
Melissa is a beloved local art teacher and business owner, and you’ve probably seen her creativity on display at Brushstrokes in downtown Albion.

On parade day you can:
🖌️ Catch her at Brushstrokes Studios before the parade
🎄 Then see her on the judges’ stand helping score the most colorful, creative, Christmas-magic-filled entries!

Want to see which floats impress the art teacher’s eye? 👀
Join us TONIGHT at 6PM and experience the Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade LIVE on Main, East Bank and Platt Street!

12/13/2025

As we mentioned before 39 Problems is keeping that holiday cheer going!! Visit before the parade, after the parade or warm up during the parade! Check out their drink specials, sure to warm you right up.

12/13/2025

A HUGE Thank You to the Albion Merchants Association! ✨🎄
As one of our incredible parade sponsors, the Albion Merchants Association continues to bring community magic to life here in Albion — and tomorrow is the perfect example of that! ❤️

Before the Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade kicks off at 6PM, our local merchants have planned an entire day of Hometown Holiday fun for families, kids, and visitors of all ages.
From crafts and cocoa to Santa visits, shopping, and treats… there’s something happening every hour in downtown Albion!

Come early, enjoy the holiday fun, shop local, support our merchants, and then stay for the parade as we light up Main Street! ✨

Thank you again to the Albion Merchants Association for everything you do to keep Albion shining bright. 💚❤️
See you ALL tomorrow!
🎄✨

12/12/2025

Say hello to Mike Thaine, one of our 5 parade judges bringing big heart and holiday cheer to the stand this Saturday night!

This year is extra special — it’s Mike’s first retired Christmas holiday, and he’s choosing to spend it right here with all of us, helping score creativity, holiday spirit, and full-on Christmas magic. 🎄⭐️

Want to see which floats win him over?
Be there Saturday (tomorrow) at 6PM and watch the show LIVE as we light up Main Street!

12/12/2025

We’d definitely land on the Naughty List if we didn’t post this… ✨🎅

Before Santa checks his list twice, we need to give a HUGE shoutout to two groups who help make parade night magical:

🎄 The Village of Albion — thank you for sponsoring the Charles W. Howard Hometown Parade and supporting the traditions that bring our community together year after year. Your commitment keeps Main Street glowing!

🚓 The Village of Albion Police Department — we couldn’t do this without you! Thank you for handling logistics, safety, traffic, and all the behind-the-scenes coordination that keeps parade night running smoothly. Your service ensures everyone can enjoy the magic safely.

We appreciate you both more than Santa loves cookies and milk! 🍪❤️
See you SATURDAY (tomorrow!) at 6PM as we light up the Village!
🎄✨

12/12/2025

📢 Schools, dance teams, cheer squads, scout troops, youth groups — we want YOU!
Show your spirit and be part of Albion’s biggest holiday tradition.