PORTLAND, Oregon — Under clear blue skies, the Grand Floral Parade made its return to downtown Portland on Saturday, continuing a tradition that’s delighted generations for more than 117 years.

The Rose Festival's Grand Floral Parade will be making its way downtown Saturday morning. FOX 12's Ayo Elise got a look at a few of the floats that are getting ready to make their debut.

She’s even been mentioned on national TV. But on Thursday, she earned what is perhaps Portland’s highest honor: She was named the Grand Marshal of the Rose Festival’s Grand Floral Parade.

The Rose Festival's Grand Floral Parade will be making its way downtown Saturday morning. FOX 12's Ayo Elise got a look at a few of the floats that are getting ready to make their debut.

The Grand Floral Parade has long served as a centerpiece of the Rose Festival, and for many like Runnells, it remains a can’t-miss event.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spotted at his cousin’s Tennessee wedding The pop star was seen sporting a strapless blue floral dress from Markarian‘s that retails for nearly $2000.

Grand Floral Parade route space squares 10 feet by 10 feet for $10. C’mon, folks, this ain’t rocket science, it’s community engagement.” suitopseudo, via Reddit: “Man, I miss the festivals.