Grand feature parade showcases spirit of the West Virginia Strawberry Festival
Buckhannon's 83rd Strawberry Festival
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WBOY) — As the 83rd West Virginia Strawberry Festival draws to a close, the past several days have showcased the joy and community spirit that the festival's parades bring to attendees.
On Saturday afternoon, the Grand Feature Parade continued that tradition, delighting the many spectators who lined the streets of Buckhannon to experience what is widely regarded as the festival's highlight event. For many of the residents, the Grand Feature Parade has become a cherished tradition, drawing visitors back year after year.
'I enjoy being here, this is the 83rd, I'm not quite 83 yet, but I've been to a lot of them and each one of them brings some uniqueness, something special that you want to take home with you and remember,' Upshur County resident Ed McDaniels said.
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'I love this antique car parade that's going to be coming, and the reason is I see some of the cars that are in there that I used to own that I wish I had now, but when I had them I was happy to have them, but when I let them go I was happy to let them go. But now, when I see them go by, I wish I had them again,' McDaniels said.
Each year, the festival attracts an increasing number of participants, with marching bands and performance units traveling from across the United States and the world to take part in the celebration.
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