Saturday, November 28, 2026

5:30pm

Parade entries are open to any group, including Businesses, Non-profits,
Civic Organizations, Teams, Churches, Schools, Friends & Neighbors, Co-Workers  

General Rules for Participation

  • THEME…Christmas at the Movies. Parade entries and floats are encouraged to use the parade theme as the basis of their design.
  • NIGHTTIME PARADE…All entries must incorporate the use of lights on their entry.
  • RAIN, SNOW OR SHINE…The parade will go on. Please dress  accordingly.
  • $20 FEE…Each participating group must submit a completed application and registration fee.
  • DEADLINE…October 31. No entries will be accepted after the deadline.
  • LINEUP & SETUP INFO…will be sent to each group by November 16 via the email provided on entry form.
  • KEEP PACE…during the parade. Allow approximately 30 feet between entries. Do not follow too closely or lag too far behind.
  • DON’T THROW CANDY…NO EXCEPTIONS! This is a potentially serious liability. If you hurt someone by throwing candy, YOU will be held responsible! Please keep the parade safe for all!
  • NO SANTAS…no entry may have a person dressed as Santa.
  • FLOAT DRIVERS…must carry a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
  • ANIMAL ENTRIES…must have a walking scooper. All droppings must be cleaned up and removed.
  • SERVICE VEHICLES…police, fire, rescue units are welcome to enter, and must be decorated and incorporate the use of lights.
  • PAGEANT WINNERS…are welcome to participate in the parade as a walking group or by entering a decorated float.

NO INDIVIDUAL CARS WILL BE ACCEPTED

DANCE GROUPS…should prepare a “moving” routine that can be performed while traveling along the parade route. Dance groups may not stop to perform at any point along the parade route. The parade must keep moving.

ONLY ONLINE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR GROUP

2025 Parade

The parade will be recorded by ARMSTRONG, and broadcast on their Neighborhood Channel throughout the holiday season.

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