The Most Whimsical Parade In New York You’ve Probably Never Heard Of But Can’t Miss

Once the transition to spring begins to take place, you'll start to see that all throughout the state of New York there are more and more funky little parades and festivals happening here. In the past, New Yorkers have been able to experience UFO festivals to Faerie festivals and more. Out of all the different events we've seen pass through our state though, there's one down in the Catskill Mountains that we simply can't get enough of.

Happening on the second Saturday of June each year, the Livingston Manor Trout Parade will once again be returning on June 8th this year.

Brought to you by the Catskill Art Society, the small-town parade brings people from all over the area to Livingston Manor to enjoy a day full of fun and character.

The event has been operating as the Trout Parade for nine years now, with the parade's layout generally remaining the same each time it's put on.

Going right through Livingston Manor on Main Street, beginning in the early afternoon you'll start to see live music, entertainment, and all sorts of fun out on the street.

In the heart of the afternoon and all of the day's events, the parade starts and that's when the real fun begins.

During the parade, you'll get to see larger-than-life puppets that are usually depictions of famous river gods...

...While you'll also see lots of people in town dressed up and playing into the fact that this is a Trout Parade.

A family-fun event that's meant to unite the town and Catskill region, you'll find lots of vendors and attractions taking place in Livingston Manor on the second Saturday of each June.

Usually ending with an after-party at The Kaatskeller, if you've never experienced all the fun that is New York's Trout Parade then start planning a trip to Livingston Manor this spring!

To find out more about the parade, click here.

Out of all the different festivals and parades that you've experienced in New York, tell us which ones are your favorites in the comments!