If you’re searching for information about Big 30 Weekend in Bradford, PA, you’re in the right place.

Every summer, the Big 30 All-Star Charities Classic brings thousands of people to Bradford for one of the region’s most beloved traditions. Whether you’re coming to cheer on a player, watch the parade, reunite with friends, or simply enjoy a weekend in town, Big 30 is one of the best times of the year to visit.

Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s festivities—and a few extra family activities you won’t want to miss while you’re here.

Big 30 Parade

📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🕝 Parade Begins: 2:30 PM

The annual Big 30 Parade fills the streets of downtown Bradford with excitement as the community celebrates the athletes and traditions that make the Big 30 so special.

You’ll see:

• Big 30 football players from Pennsylvania and New York
• Cheerleaders and Big 30 royalty
• Local marching bands
• Community organizations
• Businesses and nonprofits
• Emergency vehicles
• Floats and community spirit

Families line the parade route each year, making it one of Bradford’s favorite summer traditions. It’s a wonderful way to experience the pride and hospitality of our community.

The Big 30 All-Star Charities Classic

📅 Saturday, August 1, 2026
🏈 Kickoff: 7:00 PM

Location:
Parkway Field
Bradford Area High School

The Big 30 All-Star Charities Classic showcases the top graduating high school football players from Pennsylvania and New York in one final game before many head off to college or begin the next chapter of their lives.

For more than fifty years, the game has celebrated athletic excellence while raising money for charitable causes throughout the Twin Tiers. It’s become much more than a football game—it’s a tradition that brings together generations of families from both states.

Whether you’re a lifelong Big 30 fan or attending for the very first time, you’ll experience one of the region’s most unique sporting events.

What to Do Between the Parade and the Game

One question we hear every year is:

“What is there to do between the parade and kickoff?”

Fortunately, you’ll have several hours to explore Bradford before the game begins.

If you’re looking for something fun, family-friendly, and completely free, we’d love to invite you to Super Summer Bash at Open Arms Community Church.

Super Summer Bash Community Block Party

📅 Saturday, August 1
🕛 Noon–4:00 PM

Our Block Party wraps up shortly after the parade ends, making it a perfect stop before heading to Parkway Field.

Enjoy:

🎈 Giant inflatables

🍔 Free food

🎩 Amazing magic from Dave Jeffers

🎶 Live music

🎒 Free school supply giveaway

🎁 Door prizes

🎲 Games for the entire family

Best of all…

Everything is completely FREE.

Whether you’re visiting Bradford for Big 30 or you’ve lived here your whole life, everyone is welcome.

👉 Learn more about Super Summer Bash here:
https://openarmscommunitychurch.org/super-summer-bash/

Bringing Kids to Big 30 Weekend?

If you’re in town before Saturday, don’t miss our Kids Fun Nights.

Thursday, July 30 & Friday, July 31

5:30–8:00 PM

Children ages 3–12 can enjoy:

• Dinner
• Games
• Music
• Interactive Bible lessons
• Crafts and activities
• New friends
• Lots of fun!

Then on Friday night, the whole family is invited to stay afterward for our Family Ice Cream Social.

Like everything during Super Summer Bash…

It’s completely free.

Why Big 30 Weekend Matters

Big 30 has always been about more than football.

It’s about hometown pride.

It’s about celebrating young people.

It’s about neighbors reconnecting.

It’s about families making memories together.

Every year, Bradford welcomes visitors from across northern Pennsylvania and western New York to celebrate one of the Twin Tiers’ greatest traditions.

At Open Arms Community Church, we love being part of that tradition by creating another place where families can laugh, connect, and enjoy time together.

Whether you’re coming for the parade, the game, or spending the whole weekend in Bradford, we hope you’ll make time to stop by and see us.

We’d love to welcome you.

Big 30 Weekend at a Glance

🏈 Big 30 Parade

Saturday, August 1
🕝 2:30 PM

🏈 Big 30 All-Star Charities Classic

Saturday, August 1
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Parkway Field

🎉 Super Summer Bash Community Block Party

Saturday, August 1
🕛 Noon–4:00 PM
📍 Open Arms Community Church
71 Congress Street, Bradford, PA

🎈 Kids Fun Nights

July 30 & 31
🕠 5:30–8:00 PM

We hope you enjoy everything Big 30 Weekend has to offer. While you’re in Bradford, stop by Open Arms Community Church for Super Summer Bash. We’d love to meet you, serve your family a free meal, and help make your Big 30 weekend even more memorable.

Learn more and plan your visit:
👉 https://openarmscommunitychurch.org/super-summer-bash/