GARDEN GROVE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL PARADE ENTRY APPLICATION

PARADE DATE - Saturday, May 23, 2026
Start Time: 10:00 am

Location: Garden Grove, California

Parade Route: One mile – downtown Garden Grove

Anticipated Attendance: 10,000

Join Us for the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Parade!

Everyone loves a parade, and the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Parade is one of the most anticipated events of Memorial Day weekend! Each year, the parade takes place on Saturday at 10 a.m., featuring a delightful mix of floats, bands, equestrians, cartoon characters, and more! It’s a true community celebration — and we want YOU to be a part of it!

Thousands of spectators line the streets each year to cheer for local celebrities, dignitaries, the Senior King and Queen, and the Tiny Tots King and Queen as they ride by on their festive floats.

Throughout the years, we’ve had the honor of hosting many film and TV celebrities, as well as local dignitaries, who add an extra touch of glamour to the parade. Each year, we also select a special Grand Marshal to lead the festivities, and depending on the theme, a Theme Grand Marshal is chosen as well.

We encourage all parade entries to be entertaining, creative, and exciting! We love seeing unique, out-of-the-box ideas that will delight and entertain the crowd. Spectators come to be wowed, and they’ll definitely remember those entries that stand out with creativity, energy, and fun. Don’t be afraid to get bold and imaginative — we’re here to help you brainstorm ideas!

How to Participate:
- Read the Parade Guidelines before submitting your entry.
- Respond early to secure your spot in the parade!
- Parade organizers will review and approve all entries.
- Accepted applicants will be notified by email.
- Need help with ideas or inspiration? Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d love to help you create a parade entry that will leave the crowd cheering!
Let’s make this year’s Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Parade one to remember — full of fun, excitement, and creativity!

For updated information on the parade, please visit Strawberry Festival Website
ENTRY APPLICATION

Completing an application does not guarantee a position in the parade. You will be notified of your entry's acceptance via email.
Deadline for entry is April 24
NOTE: If you have a convertible and are signing up to be a VIP Driver, please use this form at this link.

Parade VIP Driver Application Link
Parade Year*

2026
Organization Name*
Mailing Address*

Street or PO Box

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Primary Phone*
Parade Day Phone*
Email Address (info to be sent this email)*
example@example.com
Website Address
Alternate Contact

First NameLast Name
Alternate Contact Phone
Alternate Contact Email *
example@example.com
ENTRY TYPE
ENTRY CLASSIFICATION*

Non-Profit Community OrganizationCommercial Business (entry fee $200.00 or sponsorship applies)SchoolIndividual
ENTRY TYPE DEFINITIONS

BAND - Marching Band, Drum Corps, Pipe Band

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

FLOAT - Self-propelled, Towed, Pushed or Pulled

GUEST - Invited Guest

MARCHERS - Scouting, Youth Groups, Military, Veterans

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

VEHICLE - Antique or Vintage, Single/Individual, Car Club, Fire Truck

VIP DRIVER - Designated to drive a special guest/dignitary.
ENTRY TYPE (check one)*

BANDEQUESTRIANFLOATGUEST/INDIVIDUALMARCHERSPERFORMANCE UNITVEHICLEVIP DRIVER
Entry Description

Please provide a detailed description of your parade entry (150 words or fewer). Include how the entry will look during the parade, noting any decorations, music, costumes or uniforms, entertainment features, and other unique elements. Also provide a brief overview of the organization submitting the application. If your entry is selected, this information may also be used for the announcer’s script.
Description of Entry*

0/150
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS *
Total number of people in entry
LENGTH OF ENTRY FOR STAGING*
Feet
BAND

School Marching BandCommunity Marching BandDrum CorpsPipe BandOther
EQUESTRIAN

Team / PosseHorse Drawn WagonOther
Number of Horses
FLOAT

Self BuiltProfessionalOther
Float Size (w/tow vehicle)
MAXIMUM SIZE - 50' L X 10' W X 14' H (from ground)
VEHICLE

Single - AntiqueCollectors ClubOther
Number of Vehicles
Limit 6 per club
Any amplified music/sound with your entry?*

YesNo
If YES for music/sound, please describe:
Music and sound
Any support vehicle with this entry?

YesNo
If YES, describe type and purpose of vehicle:
Vehicle to carry sound, props, etc.
Number of transport vehicles, type and sizes (buses, trailers)
Provide length of vehicles
Please provide a photo or drawing of your entry.

Cancelof
Additional comments or requests:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES

Please read, print or download entry requirements and general guidelines before submitting application
Parade Guidelines (click down arrow to downloand or click to print)
As an authorized representative of this organization/business and its participating members, I/we hereby understand and agree to accept the risk of bodily injury and/or property damage that I/we may incur or cause a third party to incur as a result of my/our participation in the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Parade. With this understanding, I/we further agree to indemnify, defend and save harmless the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Association, the City of Garden Grove, Upbeat Parade Productions, LLC and its elected and appointed officials, board members, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, losses, injuries, suits, and judgments arising from, or in connection with my participation in the parade. I further waive any claims on behalf of my successors, assigns, heirs, executors, and administrators, and any other persons or entities who/which may have a claim based on my/our personal injuries and/or property damage. I/we further understand and agree that this saves harmless and indemnification shall apply to and all facilities that the City of Garden Grove may own and/or control. Furthermore, I/we have read and agree to abide by all of the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival guidelines and rules, as shown in the pages provided and those to be presented with the participant's information package if my unit is accepted.
I have read, agree and accept all parade guidelines provided, hold harmless and general information as an authorized representative of this organization/business.*

I accept
Authorized Representative*

First NameLast Name
Date Submitted

MonthDayYear
Questions/Contact:

Ray Pulver

Upbeat Parade Productions, LLC

408-629-2520 - RayPulver@upbeatparades.com
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ENTRY APPLICATION

ENTRY TYPE

Entry Description

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES