CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The streets of downtown Chillicothe are about to transform into a massive runway for some of the most impressive semi-trucks on the continent.
The Kenworth Assembly Plant is officially hosting its 5th Annual Kenworth Truck Parade on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 8:45 p.m.
The highly exclusive, invitation-only event features 50 custom and historic trucks selected from across North America to showcase the Kenworth brand. Adding local pride to the spectacle, many of the featured rigs were originally built right down the road at Chillicothe’s own manufacturing facility.
Pre-Parade Staging and Driver Meet-and-Greet
Organizers are encouraging spectators to arrive early to secure prime viewing locations and interact with the participants.
Approximately one hour before the 8:45 p.m. start time, all 50 trucks will be staged on Yoctangee Boulevard, occupying the stretch between Water Street and Chillicothe High School. During this staging window, community members and truck enthusiasts can view the rigs up close, take photographs, and meet the professional highway drivers who operate them.
Schedule of Events
Spectators are invited to bring lawn chairs and explore the local shops and dining options in downtown Chillicothe before the evening activities begin:
- 7:45 p.m. – Public truck staging and photo opportunities on Yoctangee Boulevard.
- 8:45 p.m. – The 5th Annual Kenworth Truck Parade begins through downtown.
- Post-Parade – A free community concert in the downtown district, sponsored and provided by Kenworth.
The event remains free to the public, celebrating the heritage of truck manufacturing in the region and showcasing what organizers call “the world’s best trucks.”
