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24th Annual Camp Gordon Johnston Parade

Presented by Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum at Downtown Carrabelle, Carrabelle FL

Mar 09 2019

Join Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum for a parade to honor our veterans, a dinner dance and a all vehicle Dice Run!

Join in the celebration of the 24th Annual Camp Gordon Johnston Reunion Days in Carrabelle, FL. A weekend of meaningful events is planned especially to honor our remaining WWII veterans as well as recognize and salute all veterans WWII to present.

On Saturday, March 9, kicking off at 10:45 am, the Camp Gordon Johnston Parade, which pays tribute to all veterans. This parade will include fascinating CGJ Museum vehicles, including a WWII DUKW, a Willis Jeep and a German Lieferwagen; JROTC Units; color guards; gorgeous antique cars; other military vehicles; and community floats and entries. To walk or ride in the parade, please sign up by March 6 at

https://www.campgordonjohnston.com/visit/special-events.

Following the parade, CGJ Museum’s historical vehicles will be on display at the museum, 1873 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, FL. Everyone is invited to see these vehicles up close and personal. The Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum will be open to all visitors Friday & Saturday from 11 am – 5 pm.

While you are in town be sure to check out some of the other CGJ Reunion Days activities.

Saturday evening – Annual Dinner Dance: Doors open at 6:00 pm

Have dinner with actual WWII heroes as well as veterans from more recent times! Doors open at 6 pm at the Carrabelle Senior Center. Limited seating. Suggested donation is just $10 for advance tickets or $15 at the door and can be purchased at the Senior Center, 201 NW Ave F, Carrabelle. Open to the public! For more information, call 850-697-3760.

Sunday – Our first Dice Run! Registration 12:00-1:30 pm at CGJ Museum

During this fun event, participants will drive to checkpoints, rolling dice at each stop. At the end of the day, participants with the highest and lowest combined rolls win prizes. All types of vehicles (motorcycles, cars, classic cars and trucks) are welcome to participate in this fun activity. Registration will be at the CGJ Museum from 12:00 to 1:30. Ticket cost for this event is $15 for the rider/driver and $5 for each passenger. For info, call: Mark Melcher: 785-851-7288 or Jim Newton: 260-341-7291.

For information or assistance, please go to

https://www.campgordonjohnston.com/visit/special-events/ or contact us at (850) 697-8575 or info@campgordonjohnston.com. Funding provided by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council, the City of Carrabelle and the Camp Gordon Johnston Association.

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ADMISSION INFO

Parade is free.

Museum visits are free.

Dinner and dance is $10 per person in advance or $15 at the door.

Dice Run is $15 for the rider/driver and $5 for each passenger and includes one dice card and food at the last stop.

Phone: (850) 697-8575

Email: info@campgordonjohnston.com

Website: https://www.campgordonjohnston.com/visit/special-events/

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

Friday, March 8 -

Veteran Welcome: 1:30-4:30 pm
All WWII to present day veterans are invited to be greeted at the museum and meet other veterans and visitors. Public is welcome and encouraged to attend.

CGJ American Legion Post 82 Low Country Boil: 6:00 pm
All WWII veterans, WWII widows/widowers, non-WWII veterans (with proof of service), active duty military, and members of Post 82. Each veteran or member is welcome to bring one guest. This event is not open to the general public. For more information, call 850-697-9998.

Saturday, March 9 -

Annual Dinner Dance: 6:00 pm Doors Open / 7:00 pm Meal Served
This is a wonderful opportunity to have dinner with actual WWII heroes as well as veterans from more recent times! Doors open at 6 pm at the Carrabelle Senior Center. Limited seating. Suggested donation is just $10 for advance tickets or $15 at the door and can be purchased at the Senior Center, 201 NW Ave F, Carrabelle. Open to the public! For more information, call 850-697-3760.

Sunday, March 10 -

Dice Run! Registration 12:00-1:30 pm
During this fun event, participants will drive to checkpoints, rolling dice at each stop. At the end of the day, participants with the highest and lowest combined rolls win prizes. All types of vehicles (motorcycles, cars, classic cars and trucks) are welcome to participate in this fun activity. Registration will be at the CGJ Museum, 1873 Hwy 98 West, Carrabelle, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm, with the last vehicle due in to the last stop by 4:30 at the CGJ American Legion Post #82, Lanark Village. Ticket cost for this event is $15.00 for the rider/driver and $5.00 for each passenger and includes one dice card and food at the last stop. The day will end with prizes for high and low rollers, door prizes, good food and more. https://www.facebook.com/events/288440355139383/

For information or assistance, please go to https://www.campgordonjohnston.com/visit/special-events/ or contact us at (850) 697-8575 or info@campgordonjohnston.com.

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

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Downtown Carrabelle

US Hwy 98 & Tallahassee St., Carrabelle, FL 32322

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