"2024 Mummers Parade Guide: Live Updates, Route Info, and Philly Festivities"
The Mummers Parade, a historic Philadelphia New Year's Day tradition, is in full swing with over 10,000 performers from five divisions: Comic, Fancy, Wench Brigade, String Band, and Fancy Brigade. The parade, which has only been canceled three times in its 124-year history, is being live-streamed and features a variety of acts, including the youngest captain in its history, 17-year-old Jake Kudrick. Social media reactions are mixed, with many praising the creativity and performances, especially the string bands, while others question the parade's appeal. The event is a vibrant display of costumes, music, and Philadelphia culture.