Palatka Panthers Homecoming Parade 2026 | Panther Pride on St. Johns Avenue

Panther pride took over St. Johns Avenue as Palatka Junior-Senior High School celebrated its 2026 homecoming with a parade through downtown Palatka on Thursday, Sept. 24. Watch nine minutes of hometown celebration as Putnam County Sheriff Gator DeLoach leads a procession featuring the school’s marching band, cheerleaders, football players and homecoming court. Local political figures also joined the parade, while members of the homecoming court rode atop cars along the downtown route. From the sounds of the marching band to the enthusiasm of Panther cheerleaders, the parade brought a familiar American tradition to the heart of Palatka. It was a chance to celebrate students, school spirit and the community connections that make homecoming special. Whether you participated, watched from St. Johns Avenue or missed the celebration, enjoy these scenes from Palatka’s homecoming parade. Video by the Palatka Daily News. For more local news, photos and community coverage, visit https://www.palatkadailynews.com. Subscribe to our channel for more videos from across Putnam County. #Palatka #PalatkaPanthers #Homecoming2026 #HomecomingParade #PantherPride #PutnamCounty #DowntownPalatka #PalatkaDailyNews #MarchingBand #SchoolSpirit #Florida