WE LOVE A PARADE! The Canby Kiwanis Kiddie Capers Parade has been the traditional kickoff for the Clackamas County Fair since 1948. Kids from all over Clackamas County are invited to lead the way to the grand opening of the fair.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. Judging begins at 9 a.m. and entrants who want to be eligible for ribbons and prizes should be in place in their categories from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., when the Color Guard leads the way through town to the fairgrounds.
It’s free to enter the parade! Registration is required in order to participate. A parent or guardian must sign the registration form. You can print the form ahead of time and fill it out (links above), or get a form the morning of registration. Larger groups are encouraged to complete a group form with all parent signatures ahead of time.
Every child up to age 18 receives a participation ribbon, and is eligible for awards based on their entry category. First, second, and third place entries in individual categories receive a prize ribbon and a small cash award. Group entries such as marching units and floats are eligible for a prize ribbon.
Children and accompanying adults who are in the parade receive a ticket for free admission to the fair UNTIL WE RUN OUT. Tickets are good for one day’s admission during the fair.
Free Bike Decorating
Kids can decorate their bike for free at William Knight Elementary in the covered area on Monday, August 11, from 3-6:30 p.m., the afternoon before the parade. We’ll have lots of flowers, streamers, and fun one-of-a-kind items! Then, you can leave your bike at the school overnight, where it will be safely stored. Just pick it up Tuesday morning starting at 8 a.m. when you register for the parade.
Entry Categories:
Help make this parade fun and festive! Dress in costume, decorate your bike or wagon or dog, and carry on this sweet, small-town tradition! We look favorably on use of the fair theme in every category during .judging.
Costumed walkers: Fair-themed Costumed walkers: Not fair-themed Decorated bikes: Fair-themed (MUST WEAR HELMET) Decorated bikes: Not fair-themed (MUST WEAR HELMET) Decorated wheeled entries: Fair-themed (Wagons, strollers, trikes, etc.) Decorated wheeled entries: Not fair-themed (Wagons, strollers, trikes, etc.) Decorated floats & vehicles: Community organizations, preschools, neighborhood groups, etc. Music groups| Marching groups: Dancing, acrobatic, scouts, etc. Animals (including horses): Must be haltered, harnessed or leashed
THE RULES (You knew there would be some!)
PLEASE READ THE FULL RULES ON THE ENTRY FORM (links above). To ensure safety for the children, the Kiwanis Club has a short list of rules for entrants.
All children riding a bicycle, tricycle, skateboard, scooter, unicycle or anything on wheels must wear a helmet.
NO Go-karts, motorbikes, lawnmowers, water guns, or water balloons.
NO THROWING OF CANDY – IT MUST BE HANDED OUT BY WALKERS. Floats should plan to have walkers alongside the float for this purpose.
NO CAMPAIGNING!! Current officeholders in Clackamas County are welcome to participate as representatives of their office but absolutely may not hand out campaign materials, wear campaign gear, post campaign signs, or seek votes in any way.
Kiwanis Club of Canby reserves the right to reject any entrant it deems dangerous or in poor taste. Please join us in making this event be all about kids, by kids, and for kids.
For more information, use the link to the registration forms and check here or on the Canby Kiwanis Club Facebook page for updates.
Happy Kiwanis New Year! As we start our new 2025/26 year we want to acknowledge the wonderful 2024/25 year we had. Lead by President Karen Hill
Congratulations to our 2025 Hixson recipients recognizing their help and commitment: Fred Merchant and Marj Brood.
Congratulations to Kiwanian of the Year- Laurie Harmon
This is a recognition of a generous, kind woman who has graciously been involved in so many of our Kiwanis events throughout the years. Laurie has been instrumental in helping the food and toy drive; the MHKC fundraiser; the community dinner (Making all the cookies every week); eco park clean up; birthday bags; and so much more. She is truly a example of what we can all strive for.
Distinguished Service Award 2025 Awarded for their excellent service and high responsibility in their roles: Joanne McCall, Barb Kendall and Judy Neighbours
A special Thank you to our Lt. Governor Amy Vidan for her years of service to the Division.
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Kiwanis Kiddie Capers Parade
A Canby Kiwanis Tradition Since 1948
WE LOVE A PARADE! The Canby Kiwanis Kiddie Capers Parade has been the traditional kickoff for the Clackamas County Fair since 1948. Kids from all over Clackamas County are invited to lead the way to the grand opening of the fair.
Registration begins at 8 a.m. Judging begins at 9 a.m. and entrants who want to be eligible for ribbons and prizes should be in place in their categories from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., when the Color Guard leads the way through town to the fairgrounds.
It’s free to enter the parade! Registration is required in order to participate. A parent or guardian must sign the registration form. You can print the form ahead of time and fill it out (links above), or get a form the morning of registration. Larger groups are encouraged to complete a group form with all parent signatures ahead of time.
Every child up to age 18 receives a participation ribbon, and is eligible for awards based on their entry category. First, second, and third place entries in individual categories receive a prize ribbon and a small cash award. Group entries such as marching units and floats are eligible for a prize ribbon.
Children and accompanying adults who are in the parade receive a ticket for free admission to the fair UNTIL WE RUN OUT. Tickets are good for one day’s admission during the fair.
Free Bike Decorating
Kids can decorate their bike for free at William Knight Elementary in the covered area on Monday, August 11, from 3-6:30 p.m., the afternoon before the parade. We’ll have lots of flowers, streamers, and fun one-of-a-kind items! Then, you can leave your bike at the school overnight, where it will be safely stored. Just pick it up Tuesday morning starting at 8 a.m. when you register for the parade.
Entry Categories:
Help make this parade fun and festive! Dress in costume, decorate your bike or wagon or dog, and carry on this sweet, small-town tradition! We look favorably on use of the fair theme in every category during .judging.
Costumed walkers: Fair-themed
Costumed walkers: Not fair-themed
Decorated bikes: Fair-themed (MUST WEAR HELMET)
Decorated bikes: Not fair-themed (MUST WEAR HELMET)
Decorated wheeled entries: Fair-themed (Wagons, strollers, trikes, etc.)
Decorated wheeled entries: Not fair-themed (Wagons, strollers, trikes, etc.)
Decorated floats & vehicles: Community organizations, preschools, neighborhood groups, etc.
Music groups|
Marching groups: Dancing, acrobatic, scouts, etc.
Animals (including horses): Must be haltered, harnessed or leashed
THE RULES (You knew there would be some!)
PLEASE READ THE FULL RULES ON THE ENTRY FORM (links above). To ensure safety for the children, the Kiwanis Club has a short list of rules for entrants.
All children riding a bicycle, tricycle, skateboard, scooter, unicycle or anything on wheels must wear a helmet.
NO Go-karts, motorbikes, lawnmowers, water guns, or water balloons.
NO THROWING OF CANDY – IT MUST BE HANDED OUT BY WALKERS. Floats should plan to have walkers alongside the float for this purpose.
NO CAMPAIGNING!! Current officeholders in Clackamas County are welcome to participate as representatives of their office but absolutely may not hand out campaign materials, wear campaign gear, post campaign signs, or seek votes in any way.
Kiwanis Club of Canby reserves the right to reject any entrant it deems dangerous or in poor taste. Please join us in making this event be all about kids, by kids, and for kids.
For more information, use the link to the registration forms and check here or on the Canby Kiwanis Club Facebook page for updates.
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Happy Kiwanis New Year!
As we start our new 2025/26 year we want to acknowledge the wonderful 2024/25 year we had.
Lead by President Karen Hill
Congratulations to our 2025 Hixson recipients recognizing their help and commitment:
Fred Merchant and Marj Brood.
Congratulations to Kiwanian of the Year- Laurie Harmon
This is a recognition of a generous, kind woman who has graciously been involved in so many of our Kiwanis events throughout the years. Laurie has been instrumental in helping the food and toy drive; the MHKC fundraiser; the community dinner (Making all the cookies every week); eco park clean up; birthday bags; and so much more. She is truly a example of what we can all strive for.
Distinguished Service Award 2025
Awarded for their excellent service and high responsibility in their roles:
Joanne McCall, Barb Kendall and Judy Neighbours
A special Thank you to our Lt. Governor Amy Vidan for her years of service to the Division.
We welcome our new Leadership:
President Judy Neighbours
President Elect Jessica Cummins
Vice President Fred Merchant ... See MoreSee Less
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