HOLLISTER HORSESHOW PARADE ENTRY APPLICATION

Parade Date - Saturday, June 20, 2026
Parade Start Time: 11:00 a.m

Location: Hollister, California - Downtown District

Parade Route: One mile – Start at Haydon and San Benito Streets. Proceed north on San Benito Street to Fifth Street in downtown Hollister.

Anticipated Attendance: 10,000

We are seeking entertaining, creative, and exciting parade entries that bring energy and fun to the crowd! Bands, floats, drill teams, dance groups, comical units, military groups, and equestrians are all welcome. Think outside the box—spectators love entries that are memorable, unique, and entertaining. If you need inspiration, our team is happy to help with ideas.

Please review the general parade guidelines and submit your interest early for placement consideration. All applicants will be reviewed by parade organizers, and you will receive email notification upon acceptance.

For updated information on the parade, please visit our website at Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo

Parade presented by the Hollister Downtown Association

Entry Deadline May 15. 2026
Entry Application
Parade Year*

2026
Organization Name*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Primary Phone*
Parade Day Phone*
Email Address*
example@example.com
Website Address
Alternate Contact Name

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

Non-Profit Community Organization ($20.00 entry fee)Commercial Business ($30.00 entry fee)School or Band(no entry fee)Individual (no entry fee)

My Products

Non-Profit Community Organization Entry FeeParade Entry Free

$20.00

Commerical Busines Entry FeeParade Entry Free

$30.00

Total

$0.00

Credit Card

ENTRY TYPE DEFINITIONS

BAND - Marching Band, Drum Corps, Pipe Band

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

FLOAT - Self-propelled, Towed, Push or Pull

GUEST - Invited Guest

MARCHERS - Military, Veterans, Scouting Groups

PERFORMANCE GROUP - Dance, Drill Team, Cheer Team, Entertainment Unit

VEHICLE - Antique or Vintage, Individual, Car Club, Unique, Fire Truck
TYPE OF ENTRY (check type)*

BANDEQUESTRIANFLOATGUESTMARCHERS/PERFORMANCE GROUPVEHICLE
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.
Entry Description
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS*
Members/People w/in Entry
LENGTH OF ENTRY (FOR STAGING) *
Length in feet
EQUESTRIANS

Single RiderTeam / PosseHorse Drawn WagonOther
Number of Horses Entry
FLOAT - size including the tow vehicle
MAXIMUM SIZE - 50' L X 10' W X 13' H (from ground)
VEHICLE

Single - Antique/VintageCollectors ClubFire TruckOther
Number of Vehicles
Limit six vehicles per club
Any amplified music/sound?

YesNo
If YES for music/sound, describe
Any support vehicles with entry?

YesNo
If YES, describe purpose of support vehicle
Vehicles for sound, props, etc.
List the number and type of vehicles used to transport entry
If applicable, buses, equipment trucks, trailers, etc.
Additional comments or request;
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES

Please read, print or download entry requirements and general guidelines before submitting.
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 which I/we may incur or cause a third party to incur as a result of my/our participation in the Saddle Horse Parade. With this understanding, I/we further agree to indemnify, defend and save harmless the City of Hollister, Downtown Hollister Association, Upbeat Parade Productions, LLC and the Saddle Horse Show, its Boards, its Commissions, and their respective officers, agents, and employees from and against any and all claims, losses, injuries, suits, and judgments arising from, or in connection with/my successors, assigns, heirs, executors and administrators, and any other persons or entity's who/which may have a claim based on my/our personal injuries and/or property damage. I/we understand that segments of the media will be present at the parade and I/ we grant an unconditional release for all rights of publications, press, radio, and television present and future, along with all video and photographic rights by virtue of their appearance. I/we further understand and agree that this saves harmless. Indemnification shall apply to all facilities that the City of Hollister, Downtown Hollister Association, Upbeat Parade Productions, LLC and Saddle Horse Show may own and/or control. Furthermore, I/we have read and agree to abide by the Saddle Horse Parade guidelines and rules, as shown in the pages provided and those to be presented with the participant's information package if my entry is accepted.
I have read, agree and accept all parade guidelines, 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, Parade Producer

Upbeat Parade Productions

408-629-2520 - RayPulver@upbeatparades.com
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Entry Application

ENTRY TYPE

Credit Card

Entry Description

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES