It's A Night Out for young and old as the magical Veiled Prophet Parade hits the streets of downtown St. Louis on Saturday, July 2nd.

      Recognized as one of America's most unique parades, this year's spectacular begins at 4th and Washington -- winding through downtown St. Louis for almost 2 hours.  With over 130 units, the Parade features hundreds of costumed characters,  8 giant helium filled balloons, 17 custom floats, marching bands, beauty queens and two very special leaders:

• Greg Smith will serve as this year's Grand Marshal and St. Louis' very own Dr. Henry Givens, Jr. of Harris Stowe State University  will serve as the Honorary Grand Marshal.

Among some of the floats you can expect to see, along the Parade route:

"A Night at the Movies"
"A Night at the Muny"
"Backyard Stargazing"
"Swingtime"

      The Veiled Prophet Parade is the opening act for three days of fun and festivities at the 31st annual Fair Saint Louis on the grounds of the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial -- aka the Gateway Arch.  Over three days, you can eat, drink, and listen to The Steve Miller Band, Maroon 5 and Montgomery Gentry. 

     There will be FIVE Fair Saint Louis Air Shows and every evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks extravaganza.  And the very best part of Fair Saint Louis -- the entertainment, fireworks and air shows are all FREE and open to St. Louisans and guests from around the country.  For more information, please visit www.celebratestlouis.org.

     Please join us as we celebrate one of America's greatest cities AND our Nation's independence.