Pageantry (noun)

A spectacular public display, such as a parade or procession, especially one with elaborate costumes, floats, and other decorations.

Origin:

From page + -ant + -ery.

Examples:

1. The Mardi Gras parade is an example of pageantry.
2. The parade was a colorful display of pageantry.
3. The coronation ceremony was a grand display of pageantry.
4. The Olympic opening ceremony was a pageantry of music, dance and costumes.
5. The parade was a pageantry of floats, bands and performers.