A NEW ROUTE FOR ICONIC COUNTRY MUSIC PARADE

The Country Music Parade

The 2025 Toyota Tamworth Country Music Parade promises to be an exciting and vibrant highlight of the 53rd Tamworth Country Music Festival. This iconic event, set to take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, will feature an updated route and a fresh, reimagined format that enhances the experience for both participants and spectators.

Key Highlights:

• Route: The parade will start at 9:00 AM from Peel Street, just south of Hill Street. It will travel north, turn left onto White Street, then left onto Kable Avenue, concluding at the intersection of Kable Avenue and Hill Street. The entire route spans approximately 1 kilometre.
• Participants: Local community groups, businesses, venues, and artists will join the parade, bringing a colorful mix of performances, decorations, and country music energy.
• Theme: The 2025 parade's theme is "Country’s Always Been Cool in Tamworth!" This invites participants to showcase their best creative interpretations of what makes country music and culture "cool," with an emphasis on dressing up, carrying props, banners, flags, and other fun items.
• Prizes: There will be cash prizes for categories such as:
  • Best Dancing or Entertainment Group
  • Best Commercial Organisation or Business
  • Best Community Group
  • Best Marching Band
  • Best Sporting Group

Musical Performances:

Dozens of country music artists, including some well-known names such as Troy Cassar-Daley, Graeme Connors, Wade Forster (2024 Toyota Star Maker winner), and Golden Guitar winners like Andrew Swift, James Johnston, Max Jackson, and Luke O’Shea, will add to the entertainment. Expect local musicians to join in the fun and interact with fans along the route, creating an intimate and lively atmosphere.

Participation:

The parade is an open invitation for musicians, buskers, local businesses, and the community to get involved. It's a wonderful opportunity for artists and locals to come together and celebrate the heart and soul of country music. Festival Manager Barry Harley encourages everyone to join the festivities and contribute to the parade’s success.

If you’re planning to take part, be sure to prepare your best “cool country” look, and don't forget the props and flags to bring your creative vision to life. Whether you’re marching, playing music, or cheering from the sidelines, the 2025 Tamworth Country Music Parade will be a celebration of all things country, with something for everyone to enjoy!

Applications for the parade can be found HERE.