ABERDEEN, S.D. – Registration is now open for the 107th annual Northern State University Gypsy Day Parade, set for Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023. 

The parade will begin at 9 a.m. in downtown Aberdeen. Entrants will decorate their float based on this year’s theme, “Wolves Go to Vegas.” A panel of judges comprised of Northern and community leaders will present awards in various categories. 

Gypsy Day Parade Float Registration is now open at northern.edu/gypsy-days. 

Northern’s homecoming week, takes place Oct. 1-7 on campus and in the community, culminating with the parade and football game. Festivities will also include Wolves athletic events, the NSU Hall of Fame and Distinguished Alumni banquet, and coronation of a queen and marshal. 

The 2023 King and Queen candidates are: 

• King: Jeremy Sommer, Clayton Randall, Cody Brouwer, Dylan Grundstrom, Augustin (Gus) Reede 
• Queen: Kayla Jensen, Jordan Hermansen, Gabbi Dimatteo, Aunna Cloos, Maddie Gonzales 

For more information, visit northern.edu/gypsy-days. 

About Northern State University 

Northern State University is a student-centered institution that provides an outstanding educational experience, preparing students through the liberal arts and professional education for their future endeavors. A regional university, Northern offers rigorous academics; diverse civic, social and cultural opportunities; and a commitment to building an inclusive environment for all points of view. Northern also offers a broad-based athletics program, sponsoring 15 NCAA Division II intercollegiate varsity sports that compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (NSIC). The university strives to enrich the community through partnerships such as its Educational Impact Campaign, which opened a new South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired; new athletic and recreation fields; and an on-campus regional sports complex. With the $55 million campaign, NSU has been the recipient of more than $150 million in privately funded building projects and scholarships within a decade. To learn more, visit NSU Admissions.