2006 Great Falls 4th of July Parade
Great Falls, VA

On Tuesday, July 4th, Lift Me Up! showed up in unprecedented numbers for the Great Falls annual parade. It is a low-key, kid-friendly event. There was a banner to lead the revelers—very ably carried by one of our long-time riders, Cameron Graham and our esteemed President Bill.

Georgia lining up

Andy our pony, pulled his cart, guided by Georgia; joined by Valentine-NARHA
region 3 horse of the year, and Finn, LMU’s poster pony. There were other equine participants as well.

Katie and Finn

The parade was not long, but it was significant—it followed the Village Center outer road, crossed over to the Safeway parking lot and then back.

Kim's last minute inspection

Afterward, there were games and food and lots of fun things to do in the Great Falls Village Center for kids and families. As you can see from the pictures, it is a great time. Put it on your calendar for next year!!

Andy's ready - note the cool 'shoes'

Charlotte's fireworks - decorated for the Baby Parade earlier

Every means of travel

Gazebo on the Green

Keep those eyes closed tightly

The Lift Me Up! table is popular

Organ grinder on the Green

Pin the tail - real horse hair from the LMU horses' tails

Farhad, Camran, and Caroline ready for the parade!