PARADE ENTRY FORM
Thank you for your interest in joining the 2025 Parade! This year’s theme is
YOU’RE GONNA NEED A BIGGER FLOAT!
PARADE DAY INFORMATION
Starting at 8:30
· Biker Riders should assemble near the Tennis Courts.
· Bands and Military contingents gather at Nauset Middle School, Enter from Route 28 entrance.
· Antique Cars should assemble in Nickerson Funeral Home parking lot on Eldredge Park Way. Please plan on arriving between 9-9:30 a.m., no need to arrive earlier.
Arrival and Line-Up Instructions
Please arrive at 8:30AM on Route 28 IN FRONT OF THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE NAUSET REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL. Floats, walking contingents, vehicles in the parade, etc will be directed from this point to the lower parking lot where you will line up in the order of your arrival. Members of contingents should plan on arriving at the same time. Participants can be dropped off near the baseball field but NO ONE WILL BE ALLOWED IN THROUGH THE ELDREDGE PARK WAY ENTRANCE TO THE NRMS.
The order of the parade procession will be based upon your place in line as well as the alternating of music, floats, vehicles, and walking groups. During the parade, participants should STOP ONLY IN FRONT OF THE REVIEWING STAND so gaps can be eliminated. Parade Monitors will be walking with the Parade to assist in eliminating potential gaps.
Awards
We will present awards immediately following the parade at the Middle School lower parking lot, near the Clamshell. Please plan on having a representative there. The awards will be presented after all entrants have completed the Parade route and the Judges have made their decisions. We appreciate your patience.
The award categories are:
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall
Bob Ward Memorial Award for the Most Patriotic Float
Judging is based on creativity, patriotism, and interpretation of the theme.
Rain
The Parade will be held unless there is a threat of dangerous weather. Please check our Facebook page for the latest information.
Questions
Email - info@orleans4thofjuly.com