Parade Dance Workshop

Sunday, April 13, 2025

12:00 - 3:00

Art Center At Buxtons

Free to all Procession Participants

Led by ShiDaa and Shannon Pickens

ShiDaa is a local Ghanain Drumming group that has provided the back beat of the procession for the last 2 years. This year we will teach a few marching moves that will allow you to feel in synch with the music and with this community celebration. This is a movement class available to ALL. Steps are very simple!

This workshop will help you develop your moves for the Ancortes Procession of the Species. On Saturday, April 26, 2025 Procession of the Species Anacortes plans to host it's third annual parade in downtown Anacortes as a part of the Anacortes Earth Day Celebration. Procession of the Species (POTS) is a celebration of community and the natural world, incorporating music, art and dance into the event. Parade participants of all ages dress up in creative costumes representing animals, plants and other ecosystem elements.

Explore ways to express and renew your spirt and passion for this beautiful planet and the web of life.

• This workshop has unlimited Participants.
• Under 15 requires an adult.
• A signed release and indemnity form is required to participate. Download here. Please print and bring a signed copy to the class. (blank copies will be available on the day of for those without access to a printer)
• Follow us on Social Media potsanacortes on Facebook and Instagram or www.potsanacortes.org
• Use one of our donation tickets or see our website for more information on how you can help or how to donate.

On Saturday, April 26, 2025 Procession of the Species Anacortes plans to host it's third annual parade in downtown Anacortes as a part of the Anacortes Earth Day Celebration. Procession of the Species (POTS) is a celebration of community and the natural world, incorporating music, art and dance into the event. Parade participants of all ages dress up in creative costumes representing animals, plants and other ecosystem elements.

The Procession of the Species originated in 1995 in Olympia, WA, to celebrate Earth Day. Since that time communities throughout the Puget Sound area and Cascadia Bioregion have held Processions to honor the flora and fauna of the natural world. The Anacortes Procession of the Species has been an annual event bringing nature lovers together since 2021. Associated workshops leading up to the event offer participants inspiration and guidance to create their own costumes and props.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Buxton's, 1904 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, United States