Stamford Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) held its annual Parade Spectacular on Sunday, November 19th, with 15 giant helium balloons floating through Stamford’s Downtown. The parade, which started thirty years ago, has become one of the largest of its kind in the country, showcasing Stamford’s rich cultural diversity and drawing large crowds including Stamford residents, spectators from the surrounding region, and even nearby states.

The Ashforth Company, a long-time sponsor of the event, handled the Peppa Pig balloon. Nick Boyer of Albert B. Ashforth, Inc. – Management Services, a division of Ashforth, was the team captain and led the team of 32 employees, friends, and family members handling the balloon. The parade route started at Summer Street and Hoyt Street and went south passing right by Ashforth’s corporate headquarters at 707 Summer Street.

“The Stamford Downtown’s Parade Spectacular is a great tradition that celebrates Stamford’s rich culture and diversity. The Ashforth Company is proud to support the Parade Spectacular and the terrific work that DSSD does to make downtown Stamford a desirable, safe, and enjoyable destination,” said Kim DePra, VP and Director of Marketing & Communications for The Ashforth Company.

For more information on the Parade Spectacular and other Stamford Downtown events, visit www.stamford-downtown.com. The Stamford Downtown Special Services District (“DSSD”), established in 1992, is responsible for creating, managing and promoting a quality environment for people, which enhances the economic vitality of Stamford Downtown.