PARADE ENTRIES

Introduction

Parade Entries

Application Forms

Float Details

Rules and Regulations

Judging and Awards

PARADE ENTRIES

Winners of the 2010 Power Smart JCI Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade Entries

The "WOW" Award
This award is presented to the most outstanding and magical entry.

Non Commercial - Manitoba Moose Yearling Foundation

Commercial - Accurate Dorwin

The 3 "I's" Award
This award is presented to the most innovative, interesting and inspirational entry.

Non Commercial - The Humane Society

Commercial - Manitoba Hydro Employees (Reindeer Idol)

The "AHH…" Award
This award is presented to the entry whose lights, colour and sounds all come together to create the best ooh and ahh.

Non Commercial - Murdock McKay

Commercial - Dynasty Bathtubs

INTRODUCTION

Since the very first Winnipeg Eaton's Santa Claus Parade in 1909, the annual seasonal Parade has been an integral part of family life in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. The Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade attracts over 60,000 people to downtown Winnipeg to watch the Parade and participate in the affiliated events. In 2010 over 50,000 households watched the Parade live on Shaw TV.

Thank you very much for your interest in participating in this memory-making event.

Please ensure you complete the Application Form, Float Details Form and read and sign the Rules and Regulations. These are located on the website. Once they are complete mail or fax the documents to:

Fax: (204) 219-4443

Mailing Address:
Parade Entry
Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade
PO Box 61056, Grant Park
Winnipeg, MB R3M 3X8

Parade Details:
Date: Saturday, November 12, 2011
Santa's Block Parties: 4:00 p.m. start
Official Parade Start: 5:00 p.m. start
Entertainment at The Forks: 7:00 p.m. start
Fireworks at the Forks: 7:30 p.m. start

Deadlines:
Friday, October 14 - Application Deadline
Tuesday, November 1 - Accreditation and marshalling information distributed

Application Details

• Complete and return the Parade Entry Registration Form, Float Details Form and signed copy of the Rules and Regulations along with your float entry payment. NOTE: cheques will only be cashed once your entry is accepted.
• Parade Entry Registration Forms, Float Entry Form and signed Rules and Regulations should be sent to: Winnipeg Santa Claus Parade, PO Box 61056, Grant Park, Winnipeg MB R3M 3X8 or faxed to (204) 219-4443.
• Attach a photo or illustration of your entry. Bands must also send an audition CD or video.
• Entry acceptance is at the sole discretion of the Winnipeg Parade Committee. All decisions are final.
• Proof of insurance $2 million liability naming the Winnipeg Parade Committee, City of Winnipeg, Manitoba Hydro, and Ready Event Management as additional named-insured.
• Cheques should be made payable to: Winnipeg Parade Committee.

PARADE APPLICATIONS

Parade Entry Application- Click here to download PDF

Float Details - Click here to download PDF

Rules and Regulations- Click here to download PDF

JUDGING & AWARDS

This year's Parade theme is "The Magic of the Season". Participants are asked to consider this theme when designing their floats.

The 2011 Judges are a group of community minded individuals who have played an active roll in our city.

During the Parade the judges will be located in the transit shelter in front of The Bay Downtown. Be sure to keep your Parade faces on before and during the Parade. Don't be surprised if you are asked questions about your float and the inspiration of your creation.

There are three judging categories.

The "WOW" Award - is presented to the most outstanding and magical entry. Special consideration will be given to those that incorporate the Parade theme - The Magic of the Season.
- Cash prize of $500

The 3 "I's" Award - is presented to the most innovative, interesting and inspirational entry. Special consideration will be given to those that incorporate the Parade theme - The Magic of the Season.
- Cash Prize of $250 - Commercial Entry
- Cash Prize of $250 - Non-commercial Entry

The "AHH…" Award - is presented to the entry whose lights, colour and sounds all come together to create the best ooh and ahh. Special consideration will be given to those that incorporate the Parade theme - The Magic of the Season.
- Cash Prize of $250 - Commercial Entry
- Cash Prize of $250 - Non Commercial Entry

All winners will be presented with their cheques and awards at the Volunteer and Awards Appreciation Evening. The event will be held Saturday, November 26, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Manitoba Hydro Place, Gallery, 360 Portage Avenue.

In the spirit of the season, the Parade would also like to extend an invitation to all Parade volunteers and participants to a special evening of thanks. The event, along with the Awards Presentations, will be held in the first floor Gallery of Manitoba Hydro Place, 360 Portage Avenue.