2024 Lighted Parade Application

The Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll & Lighted Parade is happening Thursday, December 12, 2024. The Holiday Stroll woll start at 5:00 PM and the Parade will start at 7:00 p.m.

The parade theme is: Holiday Movie Magic!

Prizes will be awarded to the floats with the best-themed decorations decided by our judging panel in the following categories:

School Organizations/School Clubs (1st, 2nd & 3rd)

Non-Profit Organizations (1st, 2nd & 3rd)

For-Profit Businesses (1st, 2nd & 3rd)

Best Overall (1st)

*There will be a $0 entry fee for schools (Elementary, Middle school, High School, Collegiate), a $50 entry fee for non-profit organizations (501c3 or 501c6), and a $100 entry fee for any for-profit organizations*

The $50/$100 application fee MUST be received by 5 p.m. Monday, November 25, 2024. If approved, the fee is non-refundable unless Destination Bryan cancels the parade due to inclement weather.

You will be notified of your application status by email once the $50/$100 application fee has been received. If your appication is denied for any reason, the full application fee will be refunded.

If your application is accepted, you or a member of your group must attend the mandatory parade meeting on Monday, December 9th at 6:30 p.m. at the Legends Event Center (2533 Midtown Pk Blvd, Bryan, TX 77801)

If your business/organization is not represented at the mandatory meeting, your business/organization will not be allowed to participate in the Lighted Parade.

Business/Organization Name*

Float Entry Name*

Day of Contact Name*

First NameLast Name

Day of Contact Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Contact Email*

example@example.com

Holiday Movie That Will Inspire Your Entry*

Entry Description:*

Number of Vehicles in Entry*

Number of Trailers/Floats in Entry*

Type of Vehicle(s)*

Approximate Length of Parade Float In Feet (Includes all Vehicles and Trailers/Floats)*

Please list the holiday song(s) that you will be broadcasting, if any.*

Approximate Number of Individuals Participating*

Check In will be from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 12th. Select your preferred check in times. (Please note that we cannot guarantee your preferred check in time).

4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Parade Route:

The parade will start at the intersection of Bryan Ave and 24th Street, head south on Bryan Ave and turn east (left) on 28th Street. Then it will turn north (left) up Main Street and continue north (straight).

Please read through the Parade Entry Rules and General Rules listed below. By signing your name at the end of this form, you have acknowledged and agreed to abide by these rules.

Parade Entry Rules:

Applications and the $50/$100 participation fee must be received by 5 p.m. Monday, November 25, 2024.
All vehicles and floats must have holiday lights to be accepted as an entry.
All parade entries are only allowed to broadcast Holiday music that is indicated on their application. Music should be traditional holiday tunes.
Destination Bryan will supply the only Santa Claus. No other Santa Claus look-a-likes of any shape or form will be allowed.
Children (15 years old and younger) participating in the parade must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
No float and/or vehicle is to be left unattended at any time while waiting for the parade to start.
The following vehicles will be ALLOWED on the parade route:
- Car clubs consisting of antique and performance cars are allowed. Max of ten (10) vehicles is allowed per car club entry.
- Motorcycle clubs are allowed. Max of ten (10) motorcycles is allowed per motorcycle club entry.
- Vehicles of any year, make, or model may be used to pull floats, carry officials, or other dignitaries.
Vehicles with hydraulic lift systems are NOT allowed.
Political groups are NOT allowed.
Election Campaign groups are NOT allowed.
To all vehicular (including emergency vehicles) and motorcycle entries:
- NO “HARD” REVVING OF ENGINES OR SIRENS
- NO SPINNING ON TIRES
- NO “HARD” LAUNCHING OF VEHICLES/MOTORCYCLES
- NO POINTING VEHICLES/MOTORCYCLES TOWARDS THE CROWD
- NO HYDRAULICS
Destination Bryan reserves the right to disallow inappropriate entries.

General Rules:

Entrants must be in their assigned staging space by 5:30 p.m. All entries will be checked by the parade director to ensure all “Parade Entry Rules” are followed.
The parade will start promptly at 7:00 p.m.
All entrants and participants are expected to follow appropriate public conduct at all times during the event.
Applicants assume all responsibility for loss or damage in connection with their float entry at the Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll & Lighted Parade.
Entrants may NOT hand out candy or other items along the parade route.
All vehicles in the parade must carry liability insurance.
No smoking, vaping, or consumption of alcohol will be allowed in the parade or staging areas.
The Destination Bryan reserves the right to cancel the parade for any reason - including inclement weather.
The safety of our patrons is important to us. For this reason, all pets/animals in the parade must be entered and associated with an approved animal organization. For example P.A.W.S., Adopt-A-Pet, etc.
The parade director and his designees reserve the right to dismiss any animal and their handler if deemed unsafe and a risk to the patrons of the parade.
All local, state and federal laws will apply for this event.

By checking the box below, you acknowledge and agree to the following statement:*

Please be advised that a drone will be flying during the parade through an FAA Part 107 waiver. By registering to participate, you acknowledge that the drone may fly over you and/or your participants during the parade. For questions or concerns please contact lina@destinationbryan.com

Please read and agree to the following statements.*

I understand that a member of my group must attend the mandatory parade meeting on Monday, December 9th at 6:30 p.m. at Legends Event Center (2533 Midtown Pk Blvd, Bryan, TX 77801). I understand that if I do not attend the meeting, I will NOT be able to participate in the parade.I understand that our float must be present before or at the preferred load-in time to secure your pre-determined entry position. Being late may result in your float being placed out of order or not being able to participate in the parade.

Please read and agree to the following statement. It is a legally binding agreement and affects rights you may have if you are injured in any way during the course of your participation in the activity.*

I, (The "Participant") understand that participation in the Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll & Lighted Parade (the "activity") as a Participant which is sponsored by Destination Bryan is completely voluntary on the Participant's part. The participant chooses to participate in this Activity for the participant's personal benefit. The participant recognizes that there may be dangers associated with the Activity and the participant voluntarily and willingly assumes full responsibility for all risks and danger associated with participation in such Activity. The participant understands and agrees that Destination Bryan is not responsible for any accident or injury that arises from or occurs because of participation in this Activity. In consideration for the benefits of the participant's participation, the participant releases, waives, and discharges and covenants not to sue, Destination Bryan, its directors, officers, employees, sponsors, volunteers, agents, and affiliates from any and all liability, claims, demands and causes of action whatsoever, including attorney fees, arising out of or in any way related to participation in this Activity or any injury or damage resulting from such participation. In addition, the participant grants permission to Destination Bryan to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose.

Please read and agree to the following statement. It is a legally binding agreement and affects rights you may have if you are injured in any way during the course of your participation in the activity.

My signature acknowledges that I will be present at the Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll & Lighted Parade. I agree to arrive at my assigned time and location. I agree to follow all rules and regulations set forth by Destination Bryan and understand that failure to do so can result in immediate expulsion without a refund. I will have no illegal substances or weapons on my person, or my vehicle during the Parade. I, ________________________, the Undersigned, binding my heirs, executors, administrators, estate and assigns, do hereby agree to completely and wholly release, indemnify and hold harmless Destination Bryan, the City of Bryan, its officers, agents, independent contractors, and employees for any and all claims, damages, harm, personal injury, including death, property damage, lawsuits and judgments, including court costs, expenses, and reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other expenses resulting from the activities, programs, and events occurring on the above-state date of the parade in Bryan, Texas. It is the understanding of all parties that this release, indemnity, and hold harmless agreement shall apply whether or not the claims, damages, harm, personal injury, including deaths, property damage, lawsuits, judgments, court costs, attorney’s fees, or any other expense arise from the negligence of whatever nature, omissions, willful or intentional acts of the vendors or vendor’s officers, agents, employees, independent contractors, other representatives, invites, licensees, or guests. If this applicant is other than an individual, vendor certifies, warrant and represents that the individual whose signature appears below is duly authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the firm, corporation, partnership or other entity who is the participant.

Signature*

Applications and the $50/$100 participation fee must be received by 5 p.m. Monday, November 25, 2024. You will be notified of your application status by email once the $50/$100 application fee has been received. Your application submission and payment do NOT guarantee acceptance into the parade. *Should your application be denied, you will be refunded*

Select Payment Method for the Application Fee

$0 Payment (ONLY select if you are a school)$50/$100 Check$50/$100 Credit Card Payment - enter card information below

Checks Payable to:

Destination Bryan

PO Box 1074

Bryan, TX 77806

Destination Bryan Office

3989 N. Shore Drive

Bryan, TX 77807

ONLY select an option if you plan to pay via Credit or Debit Card

Non-Profit Entry Fee$50.00

Must be a registered 501(c)3 or 501(c)6 organization

For-Profit Business Entry Fee$100.00

Total $0.00

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2024 Downtown Bryan Lighted Parade Application

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