2023 Parade Theme
”Changing Colors, Colorful Changes”
Kid’s Zone & Children’s Parade (click for more information)
PLEASE NOTE:
**No candy or other articles may be thrown during the parade. You may walk alongside of your float by the curb and hand out these items to the spectators. If this rule is violated you will not be eligible to participate in the parade the following year.**
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know my line up in the Parade?
If you register as a float entry you will line up on Highway 56 and Hillside on the east side of Baldwin. A Parade director will give you your line up number at that time.
If you register as a car entry you will line up on Highway 56 and High Street on the east side of Baldwin. A Parade director will give you your line up number at that time.
If you register as a horse entry you will line up on 3rd and Orange Street on the south side of Baldwin. A Parade director will give you your line up number at that time.
What is the Parade Route?
The parade starts at 3rd and High Street and turns north on 6th Street to Chapel.
Can I throw Candy?
No candy or other articles may be thrown during the parade. You may walk alongside of your float by the curb and hand out these items to the spectators. If this rule is violated you will not be eligible to participate in the parade the following year.
Will my entry be judged?
Yes and there is a 1st place, 2nd place and 3rd place award. **Entries must be ready by 10am in order to be judged.**
Below are the judging criteria:
25 POINTS. . . . . .Interpretation of Parade Theme
20 Points. . . . . .Originality of Design
15 Points. . . . . .Originality of Material Used
10 Points. . . . . .Use of Material and Colors
10 Points. . . . . .Use of Total Area of Vehicle and Float
10 Points. . . . . .Integrated Use of Organization's Theme and Members
5 Points. . . . . .General Overall Visual impression of Float
5 Points. . . . . .Spirit and Enthusiasm of Participants on Float
Where can I unload my entry off of my trailer?
North 250 RD (north of Highway 56 and High Street).
Where can I park to walk to my entries staging number?
Santa Fe Drive and 1st Street