MERIDIAN, Miss. (Queen City Newsfeed) – Meridian High School will celebrate its annual Homecoming Parade on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, beginning at 5:30 p.m., marking one of the most anticipated traditions of the year for students, alumni, and the community.
This year’s Grand Marshal will be Mr. Robert Markham, a longtime Meridian Public School District educator and principal who has served the district for decades with dedication and leadership.
The parade will begin at the MPSD Central Office on 25th Avenue and conclude at City Hall. It will feature the 2025 Meridian High School Homecoming Court, the MHS football team, and spirited performances by the band and cheerleaders.
The parade route is as follows: line-up begins at 8th Street and 25th Avenue, then proceeds with a right turn onto 23rd Avenue, another right onto Front Street, and a final right onto 25th Avenue before ending at the City Hall lawn.
The week’s celebrations will continue Friday, Oct. 10, when the Meridian High School Wildcats return to Ray Stadium for their Homecoming matchup against Pearl. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.
