HOUGHTON — The annual Parade of Nations is coming to downtown Houghton Saturday. Now in its 36th year, the parade is set to start at 11 a.m.

This year’s parade will feature Michigan Tech students from 57 countries as they make their way from the J. Robert Van Pelt and Ruanne Opie Library, down College and Shelden Ave. and then to Dee Stadium for the Multicultural Festival.

The parade is hosted by Michigan Tech, though is considered a community event. The Parade of Nations allows foreign students to showcase their cultures and share certain aspects of them such as traditional garb and music to other students and the broader community.

“I think every year we just have a new batch of students, and they’re so excited to really highlight their countries,” Director of International Programs a

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