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MAY DAY
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104th Woodside May Day Festival
Theme: Seaside Woodside
Saturday, May 2
May Day is this Saturday! No matter the weather, we celebrate! The 3rd graders are practicing the maypole dance, the upper school students are decorating festival posters, and learning to face paint. The 8th graders are preparing for their parade performance – spirits are high! We look forward to celebrating with you. Important reminders:
- Three days left to order BBQ. Guarantee your lunch and help us plan by ordering ahead. Ordering closes Wednesday, April 29 at midnight.
- Volunteer to help – the kids run most of the Carnival, but we need enough adult supervision to keep things running smoothly. Please, look for available slots here.
- Plan to arrive early. Woodside Road closes at 8am. Safety is a top priority and no one gets through during the closure. Park along Cañada or Whiskey Hill and walk in. See the schedule of events for more details.
Event Schedule
8:30 AM – Fun Run organized by Woodside’s Recreation Committee
10:00 AM – Parade – If your class would like to participate, please fill out this form by April 18.
11:00 AM – PTA Amphitheater Program: Maypole Dance by 3rd grade, Kindercourt and Parade Marshals honored, Citizen of the Year announced
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM – Carnival: unlimited fun $25 wristbands for participating children
12:00 PM – BBQ order here. The 7th grade has teamed up with award-winning pit master, Jason Appelbaum, to provide a delicious BBQ lunch.
Menu: smoked brisket sandwich with slaw, pulled pork sandwich with slaw, as well as hot dogs and veggie dogs. By popular demand, Buck's beet and apple salad will also be available. Proceeds help fund next year's operetta. PLEASE ORDER BRISKET BY APRIL 18 all remaining food orders by April 29. We will have a few extra meals available, but the only way to guarantee your lunch is to order in advance.
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM – Carnival: unlimited fun $25 wristbands for participating children
12:00 PM – BBQ order here. The 7th grade has teamed up with award-winning pit master, Jason Appelbaum, to provide a delicious BBQ lunch.
Menu: smoked brisket sandwich with slaw, pulled pork sandwich with slaw, as well as hot dogs and veggie dogs. By popular demand, Buck's beet and apple salad will also be available. Proceeds help fund next year's operetta. PLEASE ORDER BRISKET BY APRIL 18 all remaining food orders by April 29. We will have a few extra meals available, but the only way to guarantee your lunch is to order in advance.
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2026 May Day Parade & Carnival Planning Meetings
Link to our May Day website
We welcome your input and support in various areas such as parade logistics, Maypole dance, advertising, upper school volunteers, carnival setup and decorating, and more. Please find the dates for the rest of our planning meetings before the big event. All meetings will be held in Room 35, unless otherwise noted.
Wed., February 4 – after lineup
Wed., March 4 – after lineup
Mon., April 13 – 8:30 a.m.
Thurs., April 30 – 9:30 a.m.
(will call envelope stuffing party)
(will call envelope stuffing party)
Fri., May 1 – 2:00 p.m.
(prize room setup in the Teacher’s Lounge)
Mark your calendar to join us at the 104th Annual May Day Parade and Carnival on May 2, 2026!
Questions? Contact Rachel or Carly at MayDay@woodsideschool.us.
Questions? Contact Rachel or Carly at MayDay@woodsideschool.us.
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