What was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.

The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history ...
Billy Penn

The Mummers get another week in the spotlight in ‘52 Weeks of Firsts’

The Philadelphia Historic District's celebration of America's 250th birthday next highlights the nation's first folk parade.
Delco Times

14-month-old boy named grand marshal of 2026 D’Dummers Parade

The Delaware County community plans to come together at the annual D’Dummers Parade and Party, to celebrate the new year in a ...
WFMZ-TV

WFMZ to continue airing Mummers parade through at least 2028. Here are details of the 2026 parade

PHILADELPHIA - The New Year begins this week, and that means the Mummers will take to the streets of Philadelphia for their Broadway style show. Details of the 125th Mummers parade were announced in ...