Dedham Flag Day Parade: 2019 Guide

DEDHAM, MA — It's time to get your flag and get to Dedham Square because the Dedham Flag Day Parade is almost here! The town's 52nd annual celebration will take place at 6 p.m., Friday and will feature plenty of local organizations, marching bands, businesses, and more.

Here's everything you need to know to get a good spot to watch the parade:

The Parade Route:

• Starts on East Street at Dedham Middle School
• Proceeds down East street and left onto High Street
• Follows high street into Dedham Square past the Dedham Community Theater
• Turns right onto Washington Street
• Turns right onto Harris Street
• Proceeds down High Street to East Dedham
• Turns right on Milton Street
• Turns right onto Walnut Street
• Turns left onto Oakdale Avenue
• Turns right onto Sanderson Avenue
• Turns right onto Mt. Vernon Street
• Turns left onto Whiting Avenue
• Parade ends at Memorial Park

Where to Park

Suggested parking areas include Dedham Square, Dedham High School, Dedham Middle School, Avery School, Dedham Pool, the town lot on High Street (the former St. Mary's parking lot), and Town Hall.

Parking Restrictions and Road Closures

Traffic will be detoured along the parade route. Dedham Square, East Dedham Square, Oakdale Square, and other roadways will be impacted between 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Please seek alternative routes.