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Saludos, Parade Family!

The history of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade is one of cultural awareness, resilience, pride, unity, and education, rooted in the spirit of activism, freedom, and justice.  We are proud that this legacy remains alive and strong today, six decades after the Parade’s founders first marched in New York City, in 1958. 

We welcome groups interested in participating in the celebration to form contingents and submit a participant application form so that all can lend their voices to celebrating our culture and heritage while collectively shining a light on the issues and challenges that are impacting Puerto Rico and our people.  This is an opportunity to act in solidarity and speak with a unified voice while celebrating our community’s achievements and contributions to our global society.

Parade Float Contingent App 2020 - English

Parade Participant Application Form - English

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    Please help us describe your group in order to accurately advertise your group to the public.
  • Please provide the number of parade participants in your group this year

  • Please enter a number greater than or equal to 0.
  • A charge of $1.00 per participant will apply for each additional person after the authorized 50 persons per group. The organizer must send a full list of ALL participants (name, address, email, phone) to events@nprdpinc.org.
  • REMINDER: Maximum 50 persons per group (unless another amount is authorized). A charge of $1.00 per participant will apply for each additional person after the authorized 50 persons per group. The organizer must send a full list of ALL participants (name, address, email, phone) to events@nprdpinc.org
  • PLEASE BE ADVISED That fees include registration for 50 people; Float and vehicle fees are separate
  • Please Note: ● Vehicles are limited to one vehicle per group, unless otherwise authorized. If you would like to request additional vehicles, please send a written request with specific purpose/reason(s) to: events@nprdpinc.org. ● Oversized vehicles must be authorized and will be subject to additional fees. Please contact the parade at events@nprdpinc.org for authorization and fees.
  • AGREEMENT & RELEASE FORM

    I hereby release the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc. and its board of directors of all actions, rights, causes of action, claims and demands whatsoever that now exist
    or hereafter accrue against the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc. and any and all consequences flowing therefrom as a result of the undersigned’s participation in the National Puerto Rican Day Parade.

    I understand that the parade or its designee may expel any participant on the day of the parade for cause, including but not limited to failure to follow the directions of Parade Staff.

    I understand that if our participation should be cancelled due to violation of the above directives, the Parade shall not return any fees paid to the Parade.

    I hereby grant permission to the National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc. and those authorized by the Parade to interview, secure media statements, design printed materials (including social media websites), photograph, film, videotape, audio record or use other means of capturing my image or voice, to use my and my group’s image, voice and statements for all Parade related events, activities and promotions.

    I hereby acknowledge that I have read the rules and regulations of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade,
    Inc. and I will obey the rules and regulations as specified.
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Standard

Package Includes:

Dimensions: 8′ x 26′ x 12′
Float rental
Decoration (basic trim)
Basic, in-house signage
Vehicle
Driver
Insurance

Note: Custom vinyl banners and graphics available for an additional $1,500.

Custom

Package Includes:

Dimensions: 8′ x 28 ‘x 13’
Float rental
Decoration (special construction)
Custom signage/graphics
Vehicle
Driver
Insurance

Note: Sponsors will be notified should requested design exceed the budget allocated for the custom float.

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Participate In The National Puerto Rican Day Parade Participa En El Desfile Nacional Puertorriqueño

We are proud to announce that the National Puerto Rican Day Parade will take place on Manhattan’s Fifth Avenue (between 44th Street and 79th Street) on Sunday, June 9th from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Before filling out the Participant Application, make sure you read, understand, and agree to the Parade Rules and Regulations. Please complete and return your registration form, agreement, and fee no later than Friday, May 10, 2019 (deadline for submission).

Note: The National Puerto Rican Day Parade, Inc. (“NPRDP”) reserves the right to close the application period early if we exceed the maximum allowable limits of people, floats, or vehicles. The NPRDP further reserves the right to reject any application that is deemed incomplete or does not meet the guidelines for the acceptable purpose set forth in the NPRDP’s applications.

Application Forms Formulario de Solicitud
Frequently Asked Questions preguntas frecuentes
How do I secure a float for the parade?

All contingents that would like to participate in the Parade must fill out a Parade application.  On the application there is a section where you would indicate whether your contingent would like to purchase a float.  Once you fill out the application and pay the registration and float fee, you will be contacted by the Parade to discuss your float request.

Are their any size restrictions for the float?

The maximum measurements for floats are 8 feet wide, 32 feet long and 13 feet high.  

Who designs the float?

The Parade works with designated float vendors.  Once the contingent pays for the float, the contingent will be referred to their designated float vendor to discuss their design.  The float vendor, in collaboration with the contingent, will design the float (cost restrictions apply).

Are there float design requirements or restrictions?

The purpose of the Parade is to celebrate the culture, history and accomplishments of the Puerto Rican community.  The float should be an expression of that purpose.  Float designs that only promote or advertise an organization, group, business or corporation will not be allowed into the Parade.  All advertising and promotions on floats must be accompanied by designs that promote the purpose of the Parade.  This rule will be enforced.  Contingents that do not comply with this rule will not be allowed to participate in the Parade.

Does the float include a generator, DJ or live music?

The floats only include the float, driver and design.  It is the contingent’s responsibility to rent or pay for generators, DJs or live music.

Can contingents throw promotional items from the float into the crowd?

Contingents cannot throw promotional items from the float into the crowd, but contingents can walk alongside the right and left side of the float and hand promotional items to people in the crowd.

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National Puerto Rican Day Parade Inc.
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