PALM SPRINGS VETERANS DAY PARADE ENTRY APPLICATION

Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade Entry Application
Parade Date - Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Start Time: 3:30PM

Location: Palm Springs, California - Downtown

Parade Route: One mile – Start at the intersection of Palm Canyon Drive at Ramon Road and continue north concluding at Alejo Road. The parade will be broadcast live on NBC Palm Springs.

Anticipated Attendance: 20,000

The City of Palm Springs has been officially designated as a Regional Site for the observance of Veterans Day by the Veterans Day National Committee of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade is one of approximately sixty events selected nationwide to receive this honor. This parade is one of the largest in Southern California and is supported by military units, marching bands, veterans’ organizations, and much more. Join us as we pay tribute to all of our veterans for their service in the Armed Forces as we “Honor All Who Served”.

Please read parade general parade guidelines. Respond early to be considered for placement in our parade. Completing an entry application does not guarantee a spot in the parade. Parade organizers will approve applicants. Notification of acceptance will be emailed.

For updated information on the parade, please visit our website at Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade

Entry Deadline - October 1
Parade Year*

2025
Organization Name*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Primary Phone*
Parade Day Phone
Email Address*
example@example.com
Website Address
Alternate Contact

First NameLast Name
Alternate Contact Phone
ENTRY TYPE
ENTRY CLASSIFICATION*

Non-Profit Community OrganizationCommercial BusinessSchool
ENTRY TYPE DEFINITIONS

BAND - Marching Band, Drum Corps, Pipe Band, Drum Line

EQUESTRIAN - Individual Rider, Team, Posse, Pulled Wagon, Miniature

FLOAT - Self-propelled, Towed, Pushed or Pulled

GUEST - Invited Guest

MARCHERS - Scouting, Youth Groups, Military, Veterans

SPECIALTY UNIT - Dance/Drill/Cheer Team, Entertainment Unit, Costumed Walkers

VEHICLE - Antique/Classic, Single/Individual, Car Club, Fire Truck
ENTRY TYPE (CHECK ONE)

BANDEQUESTRIANFLOATGUESTMARCHERSSPECIALTY UNITVEHICLE
REQUIRED: Below, please provide a complete description of the entry. Explain, what your entry will look like in the parade. Provide music, costumes, decorations, theme, uniforms, etc. NOTE: Description of entry will be used for the application review process by the committee.
Describe Entry
LENGTH OF ENTRY (FOR STAGING)*
In feet
Number of Participants *
EntryNumberParticipants
EQUESTRIAN

Team / PosseHorse Drawn WagonOther
Number of Horses
Float Size - Length, Width, Height
Including two vehicle
VEHICLE

Antique / VintageCollectors ClubOther
Number of Vehicles
Any amplified music or sound?

YesNo
If YES for music or sound, please describe:
Are any vehicles required to accompany this entry?

YesNo
If YES on additional vehicles, how many? Describe:
Used for music, props, etc.
Number and size of transport vehicles (if applicable):
Buses, trucks, trailers vans, etc.
ANNOUNCER SCRIPT

Please provide a brief script for the on street announcers. Include name of organization, name of unit, city state, name of director, interesting facts, description of routine, costumes, decorations, props, etc.
Announcer Script:*

0/100
Additional Comments or Requests:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES

Please read before submitting application
Please read the requirements and selections carefully before submitting
As an authorized representative of this organization/business and its participating members, I/we are participating in the Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade (the “Event”) hosted by the City of Palm Springs. In consideration for our participation in the event and with a full understanding of the risk involved, I/we agree to indemnify, release, defend, and hold harmless the owner of the property on which the event occurs and the City of Palm Springs, including its employees, agents, officials, and officers, from any and all claims, demands, actions, damages, or liabilities of any kind arising out of the or in connection with my participation in the Event. I/we also consent to video and photographs to be taken of me for use in future City publicity and I understand that I will not receive any compensation for such use. I/we also agree that in the event any provision of this Liability Waiver and Release is declared or determined by any court to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the validity of the remaining parts, terms, or provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Accepted*

I have read and agree to all guidelines and information as authorized representative of this organization/business.
Authorized Representative*

First NameLast Name
Date Submitted

MonthDayYear
Questions/Contact:

Ray Pulver, Parade Producer

Upbeat Parade Productions

P: 408-629-2520 / E: RayPulver@upbeatparades.com
Should be Empty:

Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade Entry Application

ENTRY TYPE

ANNOUNCER SCRIPT

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES