Parade (noun)

1. A public procession, especially one made up of a series of musical or other performers, or of people carrying banners and placards, and typically accompanied by marching bands.
2. A display of military units or vehicles, typically accompanied by marching bands, for public entertainment.
3. A show of items, such as products or animals, for inspection or competition.

Origin:

Early 17th century (as a verb in the sense 'make a show of'): from french paradé, from parader 'to parade', from spanish parada 'a stop, a parade'. the noun is from french parade, from the verb.

Examples:

1. The parade was held to celebrate the country's independence.
2. The parade attracted a huge crowd.
3. The parade was led by a marching band.
4. The parade included floats and decorated vehicles.
5. The parade ended with a display of fireworks.