Everybody loves a parade! No matter what the occasion, it’s always fun to see a community’s best get up on floats, march in bands and put on a show for the crowd. These five parades around the country are some of the most compelling parades you'll find:

The Rose Parade, Pasadena, California
This parade has been staged since 1890, making it one of the longest-running productions in the United States. What started as a small-scale celebration of the new year has grown, in conjunction with the Rose Bowl college football game, into a spectacular celebration watched by millions.

Mardi Gras, New Orleans, Louisiana
You haven’t lived until you’ve watched the Big Easy’s legendary Mardi Gras parade. Groups of dancers and musicians from all over the city called “krewes” take to the streets in flamboyant costumes to get crazy, and it’s an indescribable experience.

US Coast Guard Festival, Grand Haven, Michigan
This tribute to the men and women who make America’s shorelines safe is a three-day event that closes with one of the country’s most impressive fireworks displays.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City
Probably the most famous parade in the country, this stroll down the Big Apple’s Broadway is famous for its enormous balloons in the shape of famous cartoon characters.

Nevada Day, Carson City, Nevada
Celebrating the day that Nevada was inducted into the United States, this Southwestern spectacle draws huge crowds to pay tribute to what makes Nevada special.