In observance of Armed Forces Day, a parade through downtown Bedford will honor the U.S. Armed Forces’ 250 years of securing and protecting our freedoms. The parade will include marching bands, military vehicles, community organizations, and more.

The parade will follow the Bedford Christmas Parade route:

• Start: Intersection of College Street and Peaks Street
• Route Highlights: Right on N. Bridge St, Left on E. Main St, Right on South St, Right on Washington St, Right on Center St, Left on W. Main St, Right on 4th St, Left on Macon St, Right on Summit St.
• End/Disband: Westgate Shopping Center 

For participation or other parade inquiries, contact Nick Soukhanov with American Legion Post 54 at bluefin.454@gmail.com.