(2026) 109th King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade UNIT Application

(2026) 109th King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade UNIT Application - Oʻahu

Application Deadline: 6/1/26 ~ Parade Date: 6/13/2026 - If you do not receive a CONFIRMATION email from Jotform (noreply@jotform.com) your application has not been received.
Official name of entry.*
Example: Musical Foundation of Hawaiʻi
- The fee to participate is $100 for commercial entries and $50 for non-profit organizations
- * Indicates mandatory field
- Please be prepared with payment information prior to completing the application as you will be sent a payment link following completion of the application.
- Please note that the representative completing this application will also be responsible to secure completed release forms* for everyone in their unit. Forms are available at KKCC.Hawaii.Gov
- By completing this application, I confirm that I am 18 or older and am authorized on behalf of the entity to represent them.
Type of Entry

(Please enter the quantity for all that apply, blank will indicate none)
Float
Quantity
Trolley
Quantity
Decorated Vehicle
Quantity
Canoe/Trailer
Quantity
Walking/Marching Unit
Approximate Number of Participants
Marching Band
Approximate Number of Participants
List order of occupants of decorated vehicles for the Parade lineup including name and title per vehicle.*
The information provided will be used to determine the order of vehicles in the Parade lineup and will assist both the Parade Committee and Parade announcers. Decorated vehicles must appear in this specified order on the morning of the Parade. If you wish to make any changes to the order, you must notify the Parade Committee at least 48 hours in advance. Changes made after this deadline may not be reflected in the Parade script or in the broadcast, should the Parade be televised.Please ensure this information is also included in the Parade Narrative section of your application and counted within the word limit. It is not separate or in addition to the content entered in that section.
If submitting more than one vehicle, please list the order of vehicles.*
This should be the same order in Script and Parade morning. Be mindful of the order.
Summarize parade experience, if any.*
Contact Person *

First NameLast Name
Contact Email*
example@example.com
Contact Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Website (if applicable)
Parade Day Contact Name
Person must be present on Parade morning in case of emergency.
Parade Day Contact Phone Number

Parade Narrative Guidelines:

Please provide a brief description of your organization and parade unit in 150 words or less.

For units with multiple vehicles (e.g., trolleys or decorated vehicles), please include at least 20–30 words per vehicle. We recommend listing the names and titles of occupants at the beginning of the narrative, as vehicles may pass the announcer stand before the names are read.
The order in which vehicles are listed in this narrative is the order they must appear on Parade morning. If the order changes, the announcer may read incorrect names for the wrong vehicle.

Narratives will be read live at all announcer/review stands along the parade route and may be included in television coverage. Keep your wording short, clear, and descriptive, as the unit will be moving during the reading. Avoid lengthy introductions, repetition, or excessive detail.

The Parade Committee reserves the right to edit all entries for clarity, consistency, and timing.

Mahalo for your kōkua!
Parade Narrative will be read as the unit passes. If you choose to submit at a later date, you must return to this application to update using the EDIT function in the Confirmation Email you receive upon completion of this application. Please edit using the link provided in the confirmation email from Jotform. Narratives must be submitted no later than May 1, 2026.

Please be sure to keep the link and your established account user name and password in order to submit prior to the deadline.0/150
I agree and understand that a representative of my Organization must attend the mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m at Mission Memorial Auditorium.*
Type full name
Mandatory Parade Meeting:

Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Mission Memorial Auditorium, 550 S. King St., Honolulu

The building and surrounding area is currently under renovation and you will see black tarp wrapped around the building. Upon exiting the parking garage/lot, continue on the walking path, a sign will be posted where you need to turn to enter the auditorium.

Reminder - There is No Food and NO Drinks Allowed in the Auditorium

Parking: Parking - located in the Frank Fasi Municipal lot.

Meeting is mandatory for at least
one representative per unit.
Parade Guidelines:
1. The primary focus of this floral Parade is to honor and celebrate the legacy and memory of King Kamehameha I, unifier of the Hawaiian Island. Regardless of Parade theme, please keep this in mind while preparing for and participating in the King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade.
2. Each entry must be submitted on an official parade application. No application, no entry.
3. Incumbent politicians are welcome, however must represent only that office. No campaigning allowed in Parade.
4. Parade Contact is responsible for making unit aware of and communicating all rules and regulations to, and understood by, the unit’s participants.
5. The Parade Committee will determine suitability of all entrants.
6. All decisions are final. All entries are subject to the approval of the parade committee.
Parade Day Guidance:
1. All entries must remain in the order assigned by Staging Crew.
2. We require that you stay on the parade route and keep pace with the unit in front.
3. For yours and the crowd’s safety, no passing out or throwing anything from your unit. Watch for children along parade route.
4. Please use adequate identification of your group or sponsor on your entry. Must have a banner carried at front of unit.
5. Parade begins at 9:00 a.m., assembly start times vary.
6. Stay hydrated throughout the parade route and apply sunscreen prior to parade start.
7. All participants must abide by the rules and regulations established by the Parade Committee.
8. Parade will end at Kapi‘olani Park. Keep right on Kalākaua Avenue and be mindful of Parade staff.
9. Look out for volunteers directing marching units back to your buses.
10. All music/loud sounds are to cease as group crosses Kapahulu Avenue to avoid disturbing the animals of the Honolulu Zoo, per city ordinance.
11. Do not approach horses for both participant and horse safety.
*. The King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade Committee reserves the right of placement of all parade units. Placement will be determined by royal Hawaiian protocols, as well as for the most pleasant, safe, smooth running parade possible.

Parade Route and Staging:
- Drop off site, Punchbowl and King Street
  - Marshal in front of the Kalākaua Post Office on Richards and Merchant Streets
  - Be mindful of Parade Volunteers and check-in with Parade Official
- Parade will start at King and Richards Street fronting the ‘Iolani Palace
  - Be mindful of Parade Starter’s instructions
- Upon passing the statue of King Kamehameha I, you will not be allowed to stop for any reason.
  - Stopping will slow the rest of the Parade down
  - We ask that tribute to the King be made on the move with song, chant or gesture. At no time, should anyone break away from your unit to approach the statue
- Turning right onto Punchbowl, passing Kawaiahaʻo Church
- Left onto Ala Moana Boulevard
  - Please be mindful of traffic as Parade will cross over from the mauka lanes to the makai lanes to allow for cruise ship traffic.
  - Parade will marshal on Punchbowl to close gaps between units. Take direction from Parade staff.
- Right onto Kalākaua Avenue
- Ending at Queen Kapiʻolani Park
  - All Parade participants must adhere to City & County of Honolulu noise ordinances regarding the Honolulu Zoo. No music, horns or any other audible sounds beyond Kapahulu Avenue.
- Route subject to change.

ALL APPLICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE

KING KAMEHAMEHA CELEBRATION COMMISSION

ALL DECISIONS ARE FINAL

Each individual participating in the 2026 King Kamehameha Parade ("Participant") shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the State of Hawaii, the Department of Accounting & General Services, the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission, and their officers, employees, and agents from and against all liability, loss, damage, cost and expense, including all attorneys' fees, and all claims, suits and demands therefore, arising out of or resulting from the acts or omissions of the Participant in this event. Participant recognizes that there are inherent risks associated with participating in this event and chooses to participate with their own free will.

I hereby authorize the Commission to use the photographs and video footage taken of our organization, and name, for use in the Commission’s printed publications, ads, website and any form of media. I acknowledge that since our participation in publications, media and websites produced by the Commission is voluntary, I will receive no financial compensation. I further agree that our participation in any publication and website produced by the Commission confers upon me no rights of ownership whatsoever.
Will minors be participating?*

YesNo
IMPORTANT: A separate release form is required for each person participating in the parade. In addition, all minors will need to have a parent or legal guardian, complete a separate release form found on our website. All release forms, participant and minor, must be submitted prior to Parade start in order to participate.
By completing the field below you are confirming that you are 18 years or older, are the Authorized Representative of the organization you are submitting for application and are in agreement with the terms and conditions outlined in this agreement. Please note that you will receive a confirmation email from Jotform (noreply@jotform.com) which will confirm receipt of your application, provide a payment link and also an edit function should you need to edit your application or update your script.*
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(2026) 109th King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade UNIT Application - Oʻahu

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