The Shadow
CLIFTON FORGE, Va. (VR) – Homecoming week at Alleghany High School got underway Monday night with a parade through downtown Clifton Forge, followed by a bonfire and fireworks at Memorial Park.
The parade featured Clifton Forge and Alleghany County fire, police and rescue personnel, along with recreation league football players and cheerleaders. The Alleghany High School Band, school clubs and athletic teams also took part.
Following the parade, the crowd gathered at Memorial Park, where the band and cheerleaders performed before the 2026 Homecoming Court was introduced.
The Town of Clifton Forge closed out the evening with a fireworks display that lasted about 20 minutes, bringing the opening night of Homecoming Week to a close.
