Sights to See: Philadelphia Mummers Parade, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Mummers Parade  This festive parade has marched down Broad Street every New Year’s Day for more than 100 years. One of the longest running traditions in the country, it began in the 1800's as a way to celebrate the New Year and ibecame an official city event n 1900. Participants wear elaborate costumes made with feathers and sequins galore, and you’ll see plenty of cross-dressing.

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