The second of four Cheyenne Frontier Days Grand Parades marched through downtown Cheyenne on Tuesday, to the delight of thousands of onlookers.

The day was cloudy and cooler than the last few days. But while the skies may have been somewhat threatening, they did little to dampen the enthusiasm of parade-goers, some of whom started saving spots along the parade route as early as 5 a.m.

Cheyenne has a long military tradition, and that was well represented in Tuesday's Grand Parade

Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media

Of course, it wouldn't be a parade without a few marching bandS:

Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media

Floats? Check that box:

Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media

The "Old West" was also well represented:

Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media

The more recent history of the west was also on display:

Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media

And let's not forget men on bicycles:

Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media
Doug Randall, Townsquare Media

 

There were also Native American performers, local politicians, and of course, more marching bands and floats. The good news for those who may have missed out or who want to see it again is that you will have two more chances.

The third Cheyenne Days Grand Parade for 2026 will step off in downtown Cheyenne on Thursday morning at 9. The grand finale for 2026 will happen at 9 am on Saturday, July 25

Here is the parade route from cfdrodeo.com:

Wyoming's Vintage Rail Restorations

Out in a corner of southeast Wyoming, working from old nuclear missile silos, old trains and train cars are being restored.

Vintage Rail Restorations is a specialized firm dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic railroad equipment, including passenger cars, cabooses, and vintage locomotives.

Visit their Facebook page at this link to see more.

Gallery Credit: Glenn Woods

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