The 91st Annual Easter Promenade Is Taking Place on South Street With Entertainment, Best Dressed Competition & More
It’s an Easter tradition that’s been around almost 100 years and just seems to get bigger and better every time. The 91st Easter Promenade is taking place on Sunday March 31st and will have plenty of family friendly entertainment and complimentary bunny ears for all.
“We are delighted to host the 91st Annual Easter Promenade, and all are invited to join us in strutting down South Street to celebrate this grand Philadelphia tradition! Hop into the rhythm of South Street’s rich history and vibrant future this Easter. Come out and show us your best spring fashion!” said Eleanor Ingersoll, South Street Headhouse District Executive Director.
The fun begins at 12:30 pm at 5th and South where promenaders will be led down South Street by Master of Ceremonies Henri David, Mr and Mrs Cotton Tail, Philadelphia Union’s mascot Phang, and furry friends to take selfies with. The Easter Promenade will then conclude with Philadelphia Eagles mascot Swoop Eagles and cheerleaders greeting everyone at Headhouse Plaza (2nd & Lombard St.) at 2pm.
Don’t forget to come in your Sunday best because Wooder Ice’s own Jay The Gentleman will be MCing the best dressed competition taking place at 1:15 pm at Headhouse Plaza and will include categories for all age groups as well as pets. Winners will be picked by celebrity judges including Jen Su (@jensu1 ) TV host & entertainment contributor, Keesean Moore (@moorevintagearchive) owner of Moore Vintage Archive, Jeanette Limas (@jeanettelimas) graduate of the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator and Making the Cut, Chutatip Suntaranon (@kuhnnok) chef/owner of Kalaya, Mark Squilla ( @cmmarksquilla ) Councilman, and special appearance by Drew Anderson ( @drewforecast) FOX29 Meteorologist.
Categories will include:
- Best Dressed Child – 5 & Under
- Best Dressed Kid – Ages 6-12
- Best Dressed Adult – Ages 13 & Over
- Best Dressed Family – Two or four legs
- Best Spring Hat – Show us your best cap, bonnet, fascinator, or high-fashion headwear
All best dressed contest participants will receive candy goodies from Frankford Candy and the winners will receive prizes that will include gift cards for:
- Moon + Arrow – @shopmoonandarrow
- The Philly Game Shop – @phillygameshop
- Partners and Son – @partnersandson
- Philadelphia Magic Gardens – phillymagicgardens
- Eye’s Gallery – @eyes_gallery
- And a special children’s basket full of sustainable and local goodies from Everland – @helloeverland and Shop Luhren – @shop_luhren.
In addition to the best dressed competition, guests will also get to enjoy live music from WoahPhat Brass Band ( @whoaphatbrassband ). Children will be able to enjoy an inflatable play area courtesy of the e Philadelphia Union ( @philaunion ) as well as snacks courtesy of Popcorn for the People ( @popcornforthepeople ) and free balloon animals courtesy of Philly Living Management ( @phillylivingmgmt).
“Some of my fondest memories of South Street are attending the Promenade with my family. Creating outfits for this event became a big source of pride for my mom who would hand-make our coordinating family outfits. And she was, of course, even prouder the few years that we won. I’m so glad this tradition is continuing with a new audience.” said Shannon Maldonado, owner of SSHD business YOWIE.
