The streets of Edison were packed Feb. 23 as a flock of costumed revelers strutted their stuff for the town’s beloved Chicken Parade, part of the annual Edison Bird Festival.

Despite overcast skies, the egg-citement never cracked. The rain held off, and the crowd clucked their way through town in a flurry of feathers, beaks, and creative costumes. Attendees went all out, donning handmade chicken hats, full-feathered bodysuits, and even inflatable chick ensembles. One particularly bold parade-goer roamed the streets in a giant white hen costume, while others accessorized with bright boas and poultry-inspired headwear.

Edison Chicken Parade: Feb. 23, 2025

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Photo by Nancy Crowell/La Conner Community News.

People flapped their wings, spectators clapped, a cat in a chicken costume was stopped several times and asked for photos, and even a few real chickens made an appearance, gripped tightly by their owners.

The parade, a cherished Edison tradition, brings together locals and visitors alike to celebrate the town’s playful spirit. As the crowd slowly pecked its way down the street, laughter and music filled the air, with many stopping at local shops and cafés to fuel up after their fowl-friendly festivities.

As another Chicken Parade goes down in the roost of history, one thing is certain: Edison’s sense of fun is anything but for the birds.

Photos by Nancy Crowell/La Conner Community News