The Big Head Corps is a dynamic group that helps support The Parade Company’s mission by raising funds towards the preservation and restoration of the world’s largest papier-mache head collection. In its historic 18th season, this group hosts events and makes appearances throughout the year in Metro Detroit, as well as participates as a unit in America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White.
2025 Big Head Corps enrollment is now closed, but the magic doesn’t stop there!
If you’re excited to spread BIG SMILES and BIG MAGIC at America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White in 2026, join our email list and be the first to know when enrollment opens!
As a 2026 Big Head Corps Member, you will receive the following benefits…
- (1) Individual professional photo of you in costume taken on Parade Day
- (1) Big Head Corps t-shirt + other swag goodies
- (1) Ticket for the Big Head Corps Breakfast on Parade morning
- (2) VIP Grandstand tickets in a designated Big Head Corps section
- (2) Tickets to The Parade Company’s Annual Pancake Breakfast presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
- An unforgettable day on Woodward Ave!!
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