CLEVELAND, Ohio — It was a beautiful, and definitely warm, day in University Circle as the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Parade the Circle filled Wade Oval with color, creativity, and energy. The annual tradition brought together thousands to celebrate art, culture, and community in one of Cleveland’s most vibrant events.
That’s where you found the crowds, clustered under trees and along the sidewalks, cheering, clapping, and dancing along as the parade made its way around the circle. The spectators were just as much a part of the experience, their energy feeding into every passing group.
The sights were as imaginative as ever. Towering puppets, elaborate masks, and handcrafted floats rolled by, each more creative than the last. From mythical creatures to UFO-inspired creations, the parade blurred the line between reality and fantasy. Bright fabrics, oversized headpieces, and larger-than-life figures transformed the route into a moving work of art…