How do I apply to be in the parade?
What types of groups are in the parade?
Why are certain groups excluded from the parade?
How much does it cost to build a float?
Where is the best place to view the parade?
What is the parade route?
Is the parade televised?
What is the audience of the parade?
Can I buy a DVD of the parade?
How do I volunteer for the parade?
How do I apply to be in the parade?
To apply for the parade you must fill out an application
and return it completed with your entry fee by the due date.
To receive an application visit the participate section of
the web site, call the parade office to request and application
at (804) 559-6113 or e-mail the parade office for an application
at info@richmondchristmasparade.org.
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What
types of groups are in the parade?
The parade has a variety
of units including floats, bands, balloons, and marching units.
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Why
are certain groups excluded from the parade?
Due to the time constraints
on the broadcast of the parade, we must exclude and/or limit
the number of certain types of units in the parade.
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How much does
it cost to build a float?
The cost to build a float varies depending on what type, size
and style of float you want to build. Professionally built
floats are available from the parade committee starting at
$3,000 and can range up to $15,000. These floats also include
other benefits for your organization and are considered a
form of sponsorship.
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Where is the best place to view the parade?
Anywhere along Broad Street is a great place to view the parade.
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What is the parade route?
The parade begins at DMV Drive and travels Eastbound down
Broad Street to 7th Street.
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Is the parade televised?
The parade is televised on WTVR-CBS 6 the day of the parade
at 10:00 a.m. It will also be rebroadcast on WTVR-CBS 6 on
December 15, and on Christmas day from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
on both days.
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What is the audience of the parade?
The parade typically has an audience of over 100,00 people.
The TV broadcast reaches 100,000 households in the greater
Richmond area. As we expand the coverage and syndicate the
broadcast, the television audience will grow.
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Can I buy a DVD of last year's parade?
Yes you can. Send an e-mail to info@richmondchristmasparade.org
for more information.
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How do I volunteer for the parade?
If you are interested in volunteering for the parade please send
an e-mail to volunteers@richmondchristmasparade.org.
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