Frankfort Fall Festival Announces 2026 Parade Grand Marshal

FRANKFORT, IL — The 2026 Frankfort Fall Festival parade will be held on Sept. 6, and the Grand Marshal is Curtis Pascarella with Phillips Chevrolet, the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce shared in a news release.

"This year's Grand Marshal was selected in recognition of Phillips Chevrolet as one of Frankfort's longest-standing businesses and for its lasting impact on the community," the Chamber said. "Their commitment to serving the region and supporting local events has made them a valued part of Frankfort for generations."

The parade will step off at 1 p.m. on Sept. 6.

According to the Chamber, Phillips Chevrolet will lead the procession through downtown Frankfort, followed by a line-up of marching bands, creative floats, community organizations, local businesses and talented performers.

Frankfort Fall Festival is held every year over Labor Day weekend. Over 300 artisans are featured at the fest, and in 2025, the Frankfort Fall Festival was honored as No. 2 in Sunshine Artist Magazine's Top 200 Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows, the Chamber shared.

Admission to the fest is free. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sept. 5 and 6, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 7.