Southside Battletrain at MayDay Parade, South Minneapolis 2024

The Southside Battletrain participates in the annual MayDay Parade in South Minneapolis, 2024. This community-built art vehicle is a prominent feature of the parade, which traditionally proceeds down Bloomington Avenue before turning onto 34th Street towards Powderhorn Park. The MayDay Parade, organized by In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre, has been a significant cultural and civic event in South Minneapolis since 1975, celebrating spring and community resilience. It serves as a gathering for local residents, often incorporating themes of social justice and local activism, reflecting the area's history.