Photos: 2023 Tucson Rodeo Parade
The 2023 Tucson Rodeo Parade is believed to be the nation's longest non-motorized parade dating back to 1925. The route goes along Park Ave. from Ajo Way to Irvington Road, then west to the Tucson Rodeo Grounds.
Despite the wintery weather on Feb. 23, parade watchers bundled up and enjoyed the participants.
Members of Ballet Folklorico Tapatio dance down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Lucas Enriquez tries to keep warm under a blanket as he waits for the start of the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Daniel Rodarte and Rosemary Muniz cuddle together to keep warm as they wait for the start of the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Hailey Nicholson, bottom, relaxes as she enjoys her peanut butter and jelly sandwhich and waits for the start of the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade, with her sisters and babysitter on February 23, 2023.
Lianna Figueroa is all smiles as the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade begins on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Little Mexico Restaurant float wave to the crowd during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Pueblo High School marching band walk down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Daniel Perez y Amigos ride down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Desert Diamond Casinos float wave to the crowd during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
A roper walks with the Catalina Foothills High School marching band during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
The Benson Butterfield Rodeo Queen, right, and Princess wave to parade watchers during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Charros y Modelos de Arizona walk down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Big Brother and Big Sisters of Southern Arizona float wave to the crowd during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of the Tucson Indian Center float wave to the crowd during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of Pima Partnership Academy and High School dance down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Parade watchers wave to a marching band during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of The Door Church walk down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
The Benson High School mascot, Victor, high-fives kids during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Members of Tucson Army Recruiting ride down S. Park Ave. during the 98th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade on February 23, 2023.
Mamta Popat
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