We took the train in and stopped for lunch before heading to the boardwalk.
We arrived at our spot just around the time the parade was supposed to start, but several blocks away from the start, so we had to wait for a while.
Finally we could see the parade arriving, so Rudy (briefly) was lifted onto Paul's shoulders for a better view.
And a good opportunity for a family picture!
The first of several groups of bagpipers.
Another one.
I was impressed by the kids playing and carrying the drums.
There were ponies...
... and horses (one of whom left a large souvenir across the boardwalk).
And there was a lot of candy. This boy was on a sugar high for hours after!
The final group of bagpipers.
After the parade, we had some time before our train, so we did some shopping (new hiking boots for Paul and I, a pair of shoes for Paul, and winter boots for Rudy for next year - I love outlet stores!).
Paul and I later went to the Tyler Arboretum for a full moon night hike. Understandably, we didn't take any pictures, but on the way across the bridge we saw a beautiful sunset!
