"Parades" A Way Of Life In Virginia City!
Reflecting On The Past
If You've ever been to Virginia City, It was probably to see a Parade. The Town all dressed up in its finest to celebrate a holiday to honor folks we hold dear, but Virginia City knows how to throw a Parade! And Just like the days of old, here we celebrate the parade, see Below. Also Go to the Silent Rider Events Page where you can see Silent Riders Walking in various Parades.
Marching in Time
In Virginia City, we love to commemorate Life & Love for our country! No matter what the occasion, we will have a parade. A time to celebrate with our fellow citizen the pride we feel for this little town that has survived some of the worst devastation but continues to thrive!
The Virginia City Silent Riders strive to keep these traditions alive!
Celebrating our Town
In Virginia City, you will find some of the most interesting folks, all from different walks of life joining together to celebrate this town. for over 150 years, there have been parades and celebrations, and will continue to do so.
Virginia City Live Cam & For Parades & Whatnot
Parade Cam (2 Views)
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Parade Calendar (tentative)
MARCH
16
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Parade starts at 12:00 Noon
This is the first parade of the year and the town is just packed with Silent Riders and visitors!
ALSO! it's the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry so HAVE A BALL!
May
25
Memorial Day Parade-We honor the fallen
Parade starts at 12:00 Noon
Many Silent Riders turn out for this solemn occasion of remembrance.
(No discharging of firearms will occur from The Silent Riders)
July
4th
Fourth Of July Parade
Parade starts at 12:00 Noon
On this day, you will find the most Silent Riders in town celebrating our country's independence and the American way of life, capped off with a spectacular fireworks display!!
September (Monday)
2
Labor Day Parade
UPDATE!!!!!!
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM VCTC
Thanks to the valuable feedback from our Virginia City merchants, we will be hosting the annual Labor Day parade on Monday, September 2, 2024! 
Mark your calendars for a fantastic day:
Civil War Days Street Battle on C Street at Noon (cancelled)
Labor Day Parade to follow at 1 PM
We appreciate all the input from the community. If you’re interested in volunteering, we would love your help with this parade or any of the other parades we host.
For
November (Saturday)
11th
Veteran's Day Parade
Parade starts at 11:11 a.m.
The Silent Riders, many of them Veterans and peace officers are always in town to celebrate their brothers and sisters.
December
7/14
Christmas on The Comstock Parade / PARADE OF LIGHTS (bundle up, ts chilly outside) This is an evening event, usually starts at 5:00p.m. The Silent Riders will not shoot at this event, but willwith lanterns and scarves, they march to celebrate the season of love and family, along with vehicles of all sorts decorated with Christmas lights and music in the air, it's a sight to see! Kids, keep an eye out for Santa Claus!
This will be capped off with a Magical Christmas Fireworks Show! at 6 pm
You can always find Silent Riders walking the boardwalk, especially on the weekends, stop us to say hello & take a picture!
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Safety:
To ensure safety for all attendees:
Prior to ANY Parade in which the Silent Riders Participate in-
ALL firearms are thoroughly inspected for empty chambers by an authorized and licensed instructor, or an appointed inspector, prior to blanks being distributed for parade discharge.
Fun Fact
Excuse me, Parden me!
By the mid-1870s, Virginia City had a population of 25,000-40,000 and over 100 saloons, fifty stores, four banks, six churches, and both public and private schools
Virginia City Events - Parades / Videos
