DOWNTOWNERSFancy Brigade • Est. 1959

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Championship January 1, 2026

Downtowners Win 2026 Fancy Brigade Championship!

After a 24-year drought, the Downtowners Fancy Brigade captured first place with their stunning jungle-themed production 'Uncharted' at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Interview January 5, 2026

Captain Austin Sanborn on Leading the Champions

In an exclusive interview, Captain Austin Sanborn shares the journey to victory and what the championship means for the future of the Downtowners.

Recent Articles

Behind the ScenesJanuary 3, 2026

Behind the Scenes: Creating 'Uncharted'

A look at the months of preparation, costume design, and choreography that went into creating our championship-winning performance.

ParadeJanuary 2, 2026

2026 New Year's Day Parade Recap

Thousands lined Broad Street as we strutted our way through Philadelphia's beloved Mummers Parade tradition.

AnnouncementDecember 15, 2025

2026 Hall of Fame Nominations Now Open

Nominate deserving members for induction into the Downtowners Hall of Fame. Nominations close March 1st.

HistoryNovember 20, 2025

Remembering Bill Isaacs Sr.: Our Founder's Legacy

A tribute to the visionary who started it all in 1959 and transformed the Fancy Brigade division forever.

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