Cherry Blossom Festival Parade brings Macon together [GALLERY]

Marianna Bacallao
Howard High School's Marching Band performs in the Cherry Blossom parade.

A pink poodle named Blossom shows off her bows and painted nails as the festival

Macon resident goes all out for the Cherry Blossom Festival.

Three Maconites race in mini Plymouths.

A member of the Macon Bibb Fire Department rides on top of a fire truck through the parade.

Mayor Robert Reichert and his wife, Dele Reichert wave to the festival-goers.

Renowned interior designer, Carleton Varney throws peppermint patties to the crowd of spectators.

Dragon puppets follow after Director General Vincent Jeng-Yen Liu.

A young Maconite waves from the top of a float.

Members of an African cultural group perform music live at the festival.

kellstrom Defense places in the Cherry Blossom Bed Races

The Rutland High School dance team peforms at the Cherry Blossom Festival.