World War II Weekend Kicks Off with Convoy in Reading

World War II Weekend kicks off with convoy in Reading

The Mid-Atlantic Air Museum’s 34th World War II Weekend kicked off with a convoy of military vehicles and reenactors in downtown Reading on Friday. The parade in the 500 block of Penn Street featured historic World War II vehicles, reenactment troops in period uniforms and live music by the Snack Club Quartet. The event offered a small preview of the scheduled weekend activities at Reading Regional Airport in Bern Township, including air shows, …

World War II Weekend Midday Parade to take place Friday in downtown Reading

The procession features historic vehicles, troops in period uniforms, and live music.

Downtown Reading comes alive with WWII Mid-Day Parade and First Friday Block Party

Downtown Reading was buzzing with activity on Friday as two major events brought history, music, food, and community together on Penn Street. The day began with the annual World War II Mid-Day Parade, presented in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum. Crowds gathered along the 500 block of Penn Street to see a lineup of authentic World War II vehicles, uniformed re-enactors, and a nostalgic live performance by the Snack Club Quartet. Loc…

Downtown Reading Presents WWII Mid-Day Parade & 2025 First Friday Block Party Season Kick-Off

From City of Reading Downtown Reading and the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum join forces for the 31st annual World War II Mid-Day Parade. Downtown Reading, in partnership with the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, proudly presents the 31st annual World War II Mid-Day Parade on Friday, June 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 500 Penn St., Reading. This year’s parade promises a nostalgic journey filled with historic World War II vehicles, troops in period uniforms,…