2026 Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade Unit Application

All applicants must read the Boat Parade Manual (click here)

Learn more about the event here and here

Please complete a separate application for each boat unit.

In decision with the City of Tempe to accomodate the strict timeline and permitting of this event, Human Powered Boats will not be able to be permitted this year. We're truly grateful for our human powered craft over the years.

We're also committed to making 2026 the smoothest Boat Parade yet.

Registration Pricing

Individual or community boat
Early bird: $35 (July 1 to October 31)
Regular: $70 (November 1 to December 1)

This is for Individuals, families, schools, neighborhoods, and nonprofit organizations

Commercial Boat
Early bird: $175 (July 1 to October 31)
Regular: $225 (November 1– December 1)

This is for any business display logos, products, or service references

Please allow 1–2 weeks before you receive a payment request by email.

Questions: colter@downtowntempe.com

Applicant Name

First NameLast Name

Current Mailing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip CodeCountry

Email Address

Confirmation Emailexample@example.com

Applicant Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Participant Status

Type of Boat

Parade Unit Boat Entry Name

Boat Make & Model

Boat Length in ft.

Boat colors (without decorations)

Will your unit project music?

If yes, how will music be projected?

Boat description prompts

If you're still planning this - you can also add to your description closer to the event

Unit Type

Acknowledgment of Captains Meeting (Saturday, December 12th, 2026 @ 4:00 PM)

How did you hear about applying as a boat parade unit?

If other please shout them out:

Thank you!

Acknowledgement

2026 Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade Unit Application

Applicant Information

Unit and Entry Details

Music and Unit Description

Unit Classification and Event Acknowledgments