Festivals

73rd Annual Parade of Nations

April 18 2026

10:00 a.m
Downtown Norfolk Price: FREE

The only parade in the U.S. to honor NATO features over 100 parade units including U.S. and international bands, military units, community groups and floats representing ever NATO Member Nation!

The Parade is free and open to the public, but reserved seating is available for purchase.

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