2024 Parade Winners Announced!

October 12, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year's parade! With 49 entries, the event was a fantastic showcase of creativity, community spirit, and excitement. Below are the results from the various categories:

General Prizes

  • Best of Show: San Carlos Apache Tribe - Council & Administration – $300
  • Mounted Riding Group: Sons of Confederate Veterans – $100
  • Marching Unit: Gila Cheer – $100
  • Motor Vehicle: Graham County School Superintendent – $100
  • Float (Non-School): Miss Mt. Turnbull Royalty – $250

Graham County School Prizes

  • Senior Class Float: Arizona Arts Academy – $500
  • Junior Class Float: Arizona Arts Academy – $400
  • Elementary School Float: Triumphant Learning Center – $200

Special Recognition

  • Band Award (The Stuermer Award): Safford High School Marching Band

Congratulations to all our winners and participants! The creativity and effort put into each entry made this parade one to remember. We can’t wait to see what next year brings!