Marching Band Prepares for Torchlight Parade

“Honoring Our Military, Recognizing Our Youth, and Showcasing Our Region.”

These are the words that resonate inside the mission statement of the Spokane Lilac Festival each year as they honor the United States military and celebrate their community. The Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade is the largest Armed Forces Torchlight Parade in the nation. Since the parade’s humble beginnings, many generations of band members from Ritzville and Lind-Ritzville Schools have had the opportunity to be a part of the celebration, showcasing their skills while simultaneously building charac...