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• January 3, 2010

  Fiesta Bowl Parade Preview

  PHOENIX - On Saturday, January 2, thousands of street spectators will gather in central Phoenix to witness Arizona's largest single-day spectator event, the Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade presented by Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.

   

  The Parade's annual theme, Spirit of the Southwest, represents the essence of Arizona's breathtaking desert landscapes and unique cultural heritage.

   

  Grand marshal and WWE Superstar John Cena along with honorary grand marshal and Disney Channel star Chelsea Staub, will lead a spectacular line-up that includes 10 high school marching bands from across the nation, the Boise State and TCU marching bands, 15 brilliant helium balloons, 6 colorful floats, 11 equestrian units, 21 specialty units and more than 30 honorary units.

   

  Special guests and honorary units that annually participate in the Parade including NASA astronauts, the Fiesta Bowl Queen & Court presented by Dillards, Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon and Valley service men and women.

   

  In its 39th year, the Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade presented by Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation is an annual tradition in the Valley of the Sun. With so much excitement for kids of all ages, its no wonder the Parade remains a holiday custom known and loved by locals as well as fans traveling to celebrate the Festival of College Football.

   

  For reserved bleacher seating, parade route or more information, go to www.fiestabowl.org or call the Fiesta Bowl Ticket Office at 480-350-0911.

   

  Parade Route Map: http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/parade/map

   

  Related street closures: http://phoenix.gov/STRCLOSE/strclose.html

   

  Source: MyFoxPhoenix.com

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