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"The Power of a Dream"

Your Business/Organization

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Get exposure - connect with the community

“Joining the St. Pete MLK Parade gives your business or organization powerful visibility in front of thousands of community members while demonstrating a shared commitment to unity, justice, and service. Please review the participation guidelines before completing your application. Once submitted, our team will follow up with your placement details and next steps.”

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Parade Categories

PARADE WALKERS $250

Please select from the list above on how you will be participating in the parade.

COMMERCIAL BUSINESS $350

Please select from the list above on the category of your business.

PARADE FLOATS $450

Please select from the list above on the category of your business.

General Rules and Guidlines

2026 St. Pete MLK Parade – Participation Guidelines


Check-In:

  • Monday, January 19, 2026, at 8:30 A.M.

  • Participants will receive their parade number and placement at check-in.


Parade Start:

  • Step-off is at 11:00 A.M. sharp.

  • Route length: approximately 1.5 miles.


Application Deadline:

  • January 10, 2026.

  • Late entries may still participate but will be positioned at the end of the parade.


Appropriateness:

  • This is a family-friendly event. All entries must be suitable for all ages.

  • No political, controversial, or special-interest platforms are permitted.


Forward Motion:

  • All participants must maintain continuous forward movement throughout the route.


Cancellations:

  • The parade will only be canceled in the event of severe weather or acts of nature.

  • No refunds.

  • Late arrivals will be placed at the end of the lineup.


Marching Musical Units:

  • Must perform along the entire parade route.

  • Uniform attire is required.


Floats:

  • Push floats or decorated trailers are recommended.

  • Maximum dimensions: 50 ft. length x 14 ft. height x 10 ft. width.

  • A brief float design description must be submitted with the application.


Marchers & Specialty Units (clowns, color guards, scouts, etc.):

  • Carts or vehicles with sound must notify organizers in advance.

  • All vehicles must be decorated.


Vehicles:

  • Maximum of 4 vehicles per entry (except motorcycles, which may include up to 8).

  • Vehicles must be antique, unique, or represent a business.

  • Proof of insurance is required.


Drill & Dance Teams:

  • Minimum of 10 members.

  • Routines must be choreographed to maintain forward motion.


Age Restrictions:

  • Walkers must be at least 6 years old.

  • At least 1 adult per 6 children under age 13.

  • Children on floats must be supervised at all times.

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