The 71st annual World’s Biggest Fish Fry Grand Parade took place in Paris, Tennessee today. Thousands of people gathered to watch the two-hour parade, which featured hundreds of floats. Members of the community expressed that the parade is more than just a procession, but rather a celebration of their extensive history.
Callie Halstead, an Inman Middle School Band Member, described the event as being famous in the local community. Brooklyn Mullins, another band member, highlighted the importance of the World’s Biggest Fish Fry in drawing people to the area. Bands, civic groups, churches, and local businesses also participated in the festivities.
Attendees mentioned their favorite aspects of the parade, such as enjoying fish at the Fish Tent and marching in the parade. Yanna Taylor, a parade attendee, expressed her enjoyment of the event and emphasized the fun experience it offers the community. The festival continues until Saturday, April 27 with fish being served from 11 a.m to 9 p.m.
For those planning to attend, event-goers recommend stopping by for the fried fish and watching the Clydesdale horses in
