It is one of the most colourful and vibrant events of the year, and the Grafton Jacaranda Festival Committee is excited to announce the Newcastle Permanent Float Procession will make a welcome return in 2023.

To celebrate the Grafton Jacaranda Festival as the oldest floral festival in Australia, the theme of the Newcastle Permanent Float Procession this year is ‘floral’.

Local businesses, community groups, and individuals are being invited to put their creative resources together and take part in the event by decorating a float, car, bike, or by walking or dancing along Prince Street.

Entry forms are available exclusively at Newcastle Permanent in Grafton Shoppingworld.

Entries close on Friday, October 13.