Miss America / Show Us Your Shoes Parade

After an eight year hiatus the Miss America Parade returned to its home -- the Boardwalk in Atlantic City New Jersey.  It proved to be a beautiful late afternoon when the 53 contestants, vintage convertible vehicles, dancers, magnificent marching bands and floats made their way down the boards.  It was estimated a crowd of 225,000 spectators attended the spectacular event.  More than 100 groups were registered to participate and every group presented a well organized performance. Without a doubt it was a great show!

The beautiful sand sculpture paid tribute to the glory of the Miss America crown.  In1921 King Neptune headed the procession after coming ashore by ocean barge.

 

The first float let the crowd know it was the Show Us Your Shoe Parade.

                                                THE CONTESTANTS  

                                                       MISS NEW JERSEY

                                                     THE FLOATS

It was very nice seeing former Miss Americas.  Their lives have been greatly motivated by their  once in a life time achievement.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                      DANCERS

                                     PHILADELPHIA EAGLES CHEER LEADERS

                                                SPECIAL UNITS

                                   MAGNIFICENT MARCHING BANDS

These young men and women certainly can be proud of their performance.  Also, their band directors must be very proud of what they have achieved.

 

Miss New York yesterday, Miss America today.  Congratulations Nina Davuluri.  May you have a successful year and may you enjoy your journey.