Eagles Parade 2025: Will Mummers Jason Kelce return?
Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce proved at the 2018 Super Bowl parade that appearances matter when he arrived in his iconic Mummers costume and delivered an unforgettable speech.
After dominating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, the Eagles are gearing up to give fans another epic celebration with a parade through the heart of Philly on Friday.
That raises the big question: Will Mummers Kelce make a comeback for the Eagles parade?
Here’s what you need to know about Kelce and Gang Green’s parade that also falls on Valentine’s Day.
Will Mummers Jason Kelce be at Eagles parade 2025?
Kelce tweeted on X a congratulations to the Eagles on Tuesday, while also sharing how watching the Super Bowl was odd for him since he wanted to root for The Birds and his brother Travis Kelce, the star tight end for the Chiefs, who is also dating Taylor Swift. In the tweet, the former Eagles star said he will be cheering on Gang Green this Friday. But he didn’t say if he will be doing that in person at the parade.
“Congratulations Philadelphia, I look forward to the speeches and celebrations that will happen in the coming days,” Kelce tweeted Tuesday. “I mean who doesn’t love a parade!”
At the very least, Kelce will be at the parade in spirit. And if he does show up, don’t be shocked if he brings back his kelly green Mummers costume.
What is a Mummer?
A Philadelphia Mummer is a participant in the Mummers Parade, Philadelphia’s century-old New Year’s Day tradition.
The Mummers dress in elaborate costumes and blend elements of comedy, entertainment and satire into their performances, which last for several minutes. The clubs spend all year creating their costumes, building their props and practicing their routines.
The tradition dates to the 17th century and is deeply rooted in European customs brought by early settlers, including Swedish, Finnish and Irish immigrants.
“The Philadelphia Mummers Parade is the oldest continuous folk parade in the United States, and the first formal, city-sponsored parade dates to 1901,” read a portion of the Mummers history.
“But Mummery in Philadelphia began long before that. Mummers can be found throughout recorded history in ancient Egypt, in Greece, in Europe and elsewhere in the world.
“When European immigrants from Scandinavia, from Britain, and other parts of Europe began arriving in the 17th Century, they brought their Mummer traditions with them.”
After long battling accusations of racism and sexism, the Mummers have moved to be more inclusive in recent years.
When is the Philadelphia Eagles parade?
What’s the Eagles parade route in Philadelphia?
According to the Eagles website, the parade will step off from Broad Street and Pattison Avenue, traveling north on Broad Street to S. Penn Square, west on S. Penn Square to 15th Street, north on 15th Street to John F. Kennedy Boulevard., west on John F. Kennedy Boulevard. to 16th Street, north on 16th Street to Benjamin Franklin Parkway, west on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to Eakins Oval, ending at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A formal program will take place in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art from 1 p.m. Video will be featured along the parade route.
Is the Eagles parade sensory-friendly?
The Eagles Autism Foundation will make sure the Eagles parade “is an inclusive celebration,” per the Eagles’ website. Parade producer Fred Stein of Cre8ive Group Inc. said there would be 15 jumbotron screens along the parade route.
Other features include:
A recommended viewing area, access to the mobile sensory unit on Citizens Bank Park Way, plus sensory bags available.
A visual schedule.
ASL translators on stage for the speaking portions that will be shown on jumbotrons.
Guests will find a space on the south side of Eakins Oval for wheelchairs and ADA accessibility. That space is limited and is first come, first served.
Paratransit drop-off locations will be located at 2300 Pennsylvania Ave. and 20th and Spring Garden streets.
SEPTA offers free travel for Eagles parade
SEPTA’s interim General Manager Scott Sauer announced Tuesday that rides on the Market-Frankford (L) and Broad Street (B) lines will be free for passengers.
The rides are to be sponsored by Gran Coramino Tequila, founded by Philadelphia’s Kevin Hart. The brand is also the official luxury tequila partner of the Eagles.
USA TODAY Network reporter Damon C. Williams contributed to this report.
Cherry Hill Courier-Post reporter Kaitlyn McCormick contributed to this report.
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