Rain has delayed the previous years' parades, but organizers are determined to make the parade happen rain or shine.

"I grew up in Delano, on Third Street which used to be the parade route. Since I was 6 years old, Delano Fourth of July has been tradition and now my family comes out for it every year," said Meier.

Ron Knackstedt, director of marketing and events for Xclusive Events, “was super bummed” when he heard the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Delano was ending after almost 15 years. “We ...