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Portland Rose Festival
When:
Annually, late May - early June (2009 - TBC)
Where: Portland, Oregon , United States
Portland Rose Festival takes place in Portland Oregon. This is one of the culture events that are held from May end for ten days. The festival that is held yearly preserves a tradition from 1907. During its days the spectators can enjoy various kinds of events such as: a car race in Portland International Speedway and a naval review with boats of US navy's, the coast guard's boats and the Canadian navy. In addition to this a marvelous fireworks display is also held.
The main event of the festival is The Grand Floral Parade which is knows as the second in USA. The festival attracts, yearly, more than 500,000 spectators, locals and tourists (it is recommended to make a room reservation in advance). Brass bands, groups of singers and dancers and vehicles decorated with colorful flowers participate in the parade.
The festival's ten days supply great experiences to the whole families.
IMPORTANT: Please note that the details of the event are subject to change.
We strongly recommended that you check with the organizers
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