2023 Grand Marshal Nomination

The Swamp Cabbage Festival Committee is currently accepting nominations for the Grand Marshal. The rank of Marshal is traditionally bestowed on a person who shows exceptional leadership qualities and deserves a place of honor. In parade organizing, a Grand Marshal is named to take the lead in the processional and in hosting festivities. The ceremonial title holder is often renowned as a community leader or cultural hero. 

Duties and responsibilities of person selected for Grand Marshal may include but not limited to the following events throughout the year.

• Leads Parade Processional 
• Serve as Judge for various competitions
• Dignitary at social events
• Community Liaison

This award can be given to any person, regardless of his or her place of residence. The nominee should be able to demonstrate how they have contributed to the city of LaBelle and its surrounding area, should be ready to provide documented proof satisfactory to the committee if requested. The application and all supporting documentation (copies of originals) shall become the property of the SCF Committee. The committee reserves the right to deny, accept, and or reject any nominations at any time.

Once nominees have been properly vetted the 2023 Grand Marshal will be selected by an online polling process.