Strutters
of the Texas Rose Parade
Serving the community with tradition and pride since 1939
87+
Years
3
2027 Events
∞
Memories
The Strutters Executive Board is a volunteer civic organization of Tyler, Texas gentlemen who have orchestrated the Texas Rose Festival Parade every year since 1939, making them one of East Texas's longest-serving community institutions.
While parade spectators cheer for lavish floats carrying the intricately adorned Rose Queen and her court or their favorite school band, the Strutters are there behind the scenes, lining up more than 130 entrants, including bands, marching groups, floats, dignitaries, and Shriner units, to make sure one of the largest events of its kind in the region goes on without a hitch.
Beyond the parade, the Strutters are generous supporters of Tyler-area first responders. In 2026 they presented $4,000 each to the Tyler Police Foundation, the Tyler Fire Department, and the Smith County Sheriff's Office Association, and they support local causes throughout the year.
87+ years of continuous service to the Texas Rose Parade and Tyler community
Proud supporters of the Tyler Police Foundation, Tyler Fire Department, and Smith County Sheriff's Office Association
Free curbside viewing along the Texas Rose Festival Parade route every October
Hands-on volunteers keeping Tyler's Rose Museum alive for 300,000+ visitors
At the 2026 Texas Rose Festival Parade, the Strutters presented $4,000 each to three organizations that keep our community safe.
$4,000
$4,000
$4,000
Thank you to everyone who joined us for these 2026 events.
April 17, 2026 · Past Event
Cut Beef · 4517 Old Bullard Rd, Tyler, TX
Benefitting Tyler Area First Responders.
July 17, 2026 · Past Event
Willow Brook Country Club · Tyler, TX
Benefitting the Texas Rose Parade and local community causes.
October 17, 2026 · Past Event
Front Street & Glenwood Blvd · Tyler, TX
The 93rd parade, organized by the Strutters since 1939.
The 94th Texas Rose Festival Parade is Saturday, October 16, 2027. Free to attend along the route — come celebrate with 25,000 of your neighbors.