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Founder and Organizer

Mr. Shannon started Southeast Community Day Parade and Festival in 1991....

and it continues to bring a spirit of happiness to the Newport News Virginia Community.

It continues to be one of the largest parades in the city of Newport News, Virginia and attracts over 60,000 attendees annually along with his other events including Feeding 5000 and the Andrew Shannon Gospel Music Celebration. Shannon is celebrating over 30 years of service to humanity and "Building a Stronger Community."

A spirit
of happiness

2026 flyer

Saturday | September 2026

Festival begins: 9:30am

Parade begins: 10:00am

  • Food

  • Music

  • Kid friendly

  • Vendors

Parade viewing area/Festival grounds:

​      2016 Jefferson Ave. Newport News, VA

Parking is free and located along side streets behind parade viewing area

2026 Flyer, Andrew Shannon - Southeast Community Day Parade and Festival Official Flyer 1

© 2017-2025 Southeast Day Parade & Festival/Andrew Shannon, Founder

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