We were honored to represent the Greater Tacoma Peace Prize at the 2026 Pierce County Daffodil Parade, on April 4th, enjoying the opportunity to connect with our neighbors and share our mission of promoting peace within our region. This year was particularly special for us as we celebrated a unique connection to the festival’s history: two past Daffodil Princesses are closely tied to the GTPP. Among them is our current Laureate, Carol C Mitchell, who joined us on the route and kept the tradition going, delighting the crowds with her “perfect wave.”

Our participation honors a tradition that has been a cornerstone of South Puget Sound for 93 years. Since its inception in 1934, the Daffodil Parade has grown from a celebration of local agriculture into a “Grand Floral” event that unites Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting in a single day of community pride. It was a privilege to be part of the festivities once again!