Stamford's UBS Parade Spectacular & Balloon Inflation Party
Monday, November 16, 2009
Who needs the Thanksgiving Day parade! The UBS Parade Spectacular featuring 17 gigantic helium balloons is coming to Stamford on Sunday, November 22, at 12 Noon. This year, expect to see Bob the Builder, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Curious George, Elmo, Miss Piggy, Mr. Potato Head, Odie, Oscar the Grouch and Kermit flying high. In addition, award-winning marching bands from all over Connecticut and New York perform. Step off is at noon sharp!
Can't make the parade? Attend SAC Capital's Balloon Inflation Party on Saturday, November 21st from 3-6 PM on Hoyt Street at Summer. You'll get a backstage look at the balloons as they come to life. Music, parade talent and cartoon characters are also on hand to entertain the kids.
Directions:
By Train
Metro North trains running between New Haven & Grand Central Station make several stops each hour at the Stamford Transportation Center.
The parade route is just a 5 minute walk from the Transportation Center.
By Car
I-95 North or South, take Exit 7 or 8. Follow signs to parking.
Merritt Parkway Northbound or Southbound take exit 34 or 35. Follow signs to parking.
Parking is available at Landmark Square, Stamford Town Center, Stamford Government Center, Bell & Bedford Street Garages as well as several other convenient lots downtown.
For more information contact:
Stamford Downtown Special Services District
203-348-5285
www.stamford-downtown.com
Can't make the parade? Attend SAC Capital's Balloon Inflation Party on Saturday, November 21st from 3-6 PM on Hoyt Street at Summer. You'll get a backstage look at the balloons as they come to life. Music, parade talent and cartoon characters are also on hand to entertain the kids.
Directions:
By Train
Metro North trains running between New Haven & Grand Central Station make several stops each hour at the Stamford Transportation Center.
The parade route is just a 5 minute walk from the Transportation Center.
By Car
I-95 North or South, take Exit 7 or 8. Follow signs to parking.
Merritt Parkway Northbound or Southbound take exit 34 or 35. Follow signs to parking.
Parking is available at Landmark Square, Stamford Town Center, Stamford Government Center, Bell & Bedford Street Garages as well as several other convenient lots downtown.
For more information contact:
Stamford Downtown Special Services District
203-348-5285
www.stamford-downtown.com
