Welcome
to parade registration. We are pleased you have
chosen to be a part of this great parade, and we
look forward to having your entry in the line-up.
(Please
note that the parade registration process requires
that Javascript be enabled in your browser.)
Before
proceeding with registration of your entry, please
review the information on this page and share
it with everyone in your group that needs to
know. It contains important info regarding organization
of the parade into divisions, check-in procedures
on the morning of the 4th, and general information
that you will need to know.
All
parade entries must be decorated. Music
accompaniment to your entry is a plus and is
encouraged (we define just about any form of
noise as 'music').
There
are 4 divisions in the parade. Each division
has approximately 20 entries. You will be assigned
a division number and an entry number by the
Parade Chairman. You can find your division number
and entry number by clicking on the PARADE LINE-UP
button at the top of this page. Note however
that the division and entry numbers are not assigned
until a week or two prior to the parade. So please
return to this website in late June to learn
your position in the parade. At that time please
make a note of your division number and your
entry number. This will facilitate a smooth check-in
and assembly on the morning of the parade.
Our
parade begins promptly at 9:00 in the morning.
To achieve this timely step-off, we line up all
the entries into the proper order in the assembly
area prior to the parade start. This ensures
a smooth and prompt start-up. To assist us in
organizing the entrants in the correct order,
please arrive at the check-in station during
the following time slot:
Division
1: 07:30 - 07:50
Division
2: 07:50 - 08:10
Division
3: 08:10 - 08:30
Division
4: 08:30 - 08:45
Directions
to the Assembly Area: The parade assembly area
is on the Cleaveland/Woodsworth curve (see MAP).
You can enter this area only from Gregory Lane
traveling east. Because of street closures there
will be no access from Contra Costa Blvd.
Starting
at 7:00 a.m. portions of Gregory Lane, Woodsworth,
Crescent Drive, Crescent Plaza and Boyd will
be closed. Therefore, please refer to this map
to find the route that works best for you (as
well as any other vehicles that will be joining
you). Remember, the only approach to the assembly
area is from EASTBOUND GREGORY LANE.
Checking-In:
One person from each entry must check in at the
check-in station located at the corner of Gregory & Cleaveland.
This is the entry to the assembly area. At the
check-in station you will receive a number placard
which must be attached to the front of your entry
(first vehicle, front person, etc.) so that it
can be seen by the parade officials and our announcer.
Assembly:
After checking-in, you will be directed to the
right or left side of the street, Please proceed
slowly and watch for your place in line. Division
signs will be posted and parade officials will
be on hand to assist you. Click HERE for
a map of the assembly area. You might find it
helpful to print this map and bring along a copy
when you come to the assembly area.
If
you are driving a vehicle that will be in the
parade, simply check in and proceed to your
place in line.
If
you are a driver for another passenger(s) in
the parade, please check-in, go to your place
in line, and wait for your passenger(s) to
find you.
If
you are dropping off people who are walking
or riding in the parade, please do this outside
the assembly area. There is NO EXIT from the
assembly area until the parade is over.
The
parade begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. from the
corner of Contra Costa Blvd. and Woodsworth.
Each division will be moved forward when it is
their time to go.
Performance
routines are welcomed all along the route, but
must keep moving in a forward direction, keeping
an even space between units. As your unit approaches
the announcer stand on Crescent Drive, our announcer
will read the script that you have provided.
Near
the end, a parade official will collect your
number placard and give you a certificate of
participation.
When
you reach the end at Boyd and Cleaveland, all
riders in or on open vehicles will be required
to get off and walk on the sidewalk. If you are
returning to the park, be extra careful as this
area is open to general traffic. Police will
be present to assist in this area.
If
you are leaving the area entirely, you may proceed
westbound on Boyd or turn southbound onto Cleaveland.
Do
not stop in or block the intersection.
Please
note that any entry registered after June 21
will not be included in the parade program that
is published and distributed prior to the parade.
Also please note that June 30 is the final registration
cutoff date. No entries can be accepted after
that date.
Picnic:
You are cordially invited to come to our annual
PARTY IN THE PARK immediately after the parade
for food, games, and entertainment. Activities
at the park will include band concerts, games,
contests, swimming, food, and plenty of old-fashion
fun for kids and grown-ups alike.
The
fireworks display will be at dusk (approximately
9:15 p.m.) at the College Park High School field.
Food and beverages will be available for purcase.
Thank
you for participating in this year's parade.
Have a wonderful and safe fourth.
If
you are not sure what kind of
parade entry you want to have, or if you are
looking for some ideas, just click on the image
to the right to see some examples
from previous parades. You can have a vehicle
entry or a walking entry (or
combination),
your choice.
IMPORTANT:
Please remember, there must be no throwing
of candy or gifts from any vehicle in the parade.
If you wish to hand out candy or gifts, arrange
to have someone walk alongside your entry,
at the curb, giving them away.
Now
that we have reviewed the basic parade information
lets proceed with registration of your entry.
First
of all, there is a nominal fee for being in
the parade. A few of the invited dignitaries
and public safety agencies are exempt from
this fee and are given an Exemption Code. Please
indicate below (yes or no) whether the Parade
Chairman provided you with an Exemption Code.
See
you at the parade!
If
you have any questions or concerns about these
instructions, please do not hesitate to call me
at 934-1873.
