JUBILEE PARADE … The Bryan Band marches down East High Street in the Saturday parade.
SAYING HI … Spangler’s “Bit-O-Honey” Mascot waves to onlookers.
RIDES … The Bryan Jubilee Ferris Wheel offers guests a chance to tower over local surrounding buildings.

(PHOTOS BY BRENNA WHITE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER)
FULL OF ACTIVITY … The “Fountain City” square is filled with attractions, rides, and quick stops for a bite to eat.
By: Brenna White
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
publisher@thevillagereporter.com
The annual Bryan Jubilee was held June 19th through the 21st, filling the Bryan square with a bustling crowd set to enjoy the day’s activities.
The heat didn’t stop families and friends from lining High Street in eager anticipation.
Downtown Bryan was alive with music, laughter, and a vibrant display of community pride as the 2025 Bryan Jubilee Parade rolled through the square on Saturday, June 21st.
The annual event, hosted by the Bryan Area Chamber of Commerce, marked a highlight of the three-day Jubilee celebration.
The parade kicked off at 2:00 p.m. and featured a colorful mix of floats, community groups, emergency vehicles, and local businesses.
From candy-tossing Spanglers to a marching performance of the Defiance Scarlet Strutters, the route reflected the diverse and tight-knit spirit of the Bryan area.
Volunteers worked hard in the days leading up to the event to prepare the streets and decorate floats.
The Bryan Jubilee continued through the weekend with carnival rides, live entertainment, and family-friendly attractions. Many local vendors and organizations used the opportunity to market their cause.
Live entertainment was scheduled for both Thursday and Friday night. The 19th showcased Cameron Davies and the Vandals, while the rising band Proud Mary filled the Square with music on the 20th.
