The entire Knoxville and campus community is invited to celebrate Homecoming 2025 at the annual parade watch party!
The ever-popular decorated floats will be on display, as well as a number of new additions to the lineup. The parade starts on Volunteer Boulevard across from Tom Black Track at LaPorte Stadium. The procession will head north towards Circle Park, where the judging will take place, and end down Peyton Manning Pass.
Prior to the parade, join us for a Rocky Top Rally right beside the Torchbearer. We’ll have various novelties and activities to get you excited for the Homecoming Parade and the big game in Neyland on Saturday.
Homecoming Parade Route
The Homecoming Parade will begin in front of Fraternity Park, along Volunteer Boulevard. The procession will head east toward Circle Park. At Circle Park, the parade will continue down Peyton Manning Pass to end in front of Neyland Stadium. The judging booth will be located in front of the Torchbearer statue at Circle Park.
All are welcome to enjoy viewing the parade from either side of the street. Please be aware that construction is taking place at the corner of Volunteer Boulevard and Peyton Manning Pass.
Road Closures
Beginning at 2 p.m.: The two eastbound lanes of Volunteer Blvd. from Todd Helton Dr. to Pat Head Summitt St. will be closed for the parade line-up.
3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Volunteer Blvd. will be closed in both directions from Pat Head Summitt St. to Peyton Manning Pass. Road will reopen at the conclusion of the parade.
Post-parade route: The post-parade route will impact the evening commute. Floats will continue down Phillip Fulmer Way to Chamique Holdsclaw Dr. to Todd Helton Dr., with many floats ending at Fraternity Park. It’s recommended that those parked in these areas exit campus to the north.
Parking
Anyone attending or participating in the parade should park in G-10.
