Float Registration for the 2026 A Very Palmy Christmas - Christmas Parade
To register your participation in the 2026 Palmerston North Christmas parade please complete form below. The parade will take place on Sunday the 6th of December commencing at 2pm. The cutoff date for entries is 6pm 30th October.
Organisation
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Organisation Description
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Address
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City
Primary Contact Person
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First Name
Last Name
Email Address
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Example - youraddress@yourprovider.co.nz
Mobile Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Estimated number of Participants
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Plan for transport
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Truck
Ute/Trailer
Car
Walking/Cycling/Other self-propelled transport
Other
Entry category
Community
Commerical
I understand and agree to provide marshals to walk alongside our parade float. At least two marshals are required, and long deck trucks must have four. All marshals must be 16 years of age or older.
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I agree and will provide two marshals
I agree and will provide four marshals
Your parade float will be judged. Our judges will be looking for creativity, effort, and great back story or themes. We’re awarding: $500 for 1st place, $300 for 2nd place, $100 for 3rd place in each entry category. Plus, six floats will receive $50 Highly Commended prizes. All winners will be featured on our parade website: pnchristmasparade.org.nz
Prize money options
Deposit into my bank account number listed below
Donate to Worman's Refuge
Donate to a charity I have specified below
Bank Account Name
Bank Account number
I nominate the charity listed below to receive our prize money.
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Any message or comment?
By submitting this form, I agree to follow all parade rules and ensure a representative attends the pre‑parade health and safety briefing.
Please verify that you are human
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