Holiday Wishes Christmas Parade

Thursday December 3, 2015

Make plans to join us for one of the most magical event of the season! Entry fee varies depending on size and entry. There will be no horses in this years’ parade. Anyone with questions should please contact Scottat 770-832-6901 or . Make checks payable to Carrollton Main Streetand mail check with entry form to 115 Rome St, Carrollton GA 30117.

Organization:______

Contact Name: ______

Phone: ______

Address:______

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Email: ______

I will need: (check one)* I will have: (# and size)

  • No more than30 feet = $25 dollars Total Number of vehicle(s)______
  • No more than 50 feet= $35 dollars Total length of float(s)______
  • No more than 75 feet = $45 dollars Total number of Walkers*______
  • No more than 100 feet = $55 dollars *For walkers, we recommend at least 1 ft. per person
  • No more than 125 feet = $65 dollars
  • No more than 150 feet = $75 dollars
  • No more than 175 feet = $85 dollars
  • No more than 200 feet = $90 dollars .
  • Please measure the space you will need. We are! If you say 30 feet, you will get exactly that!!!

Lineup will begin at 4pm. Parade begins at 5:30pm

What you must turn in:

  • Parade Application
  • Signed copy of Rules and Safety Guidelines
  • Appropriate Entry Fee - Please make checks payable to Carrollton Main Street

Please return all entries to: No later than November 27th.

Carrollton Main Street, 115 Rome Street, Carrollton, GA 30117

Once we have received your application you will receive a confirmation email. Your final location in the parade will determined by when you arrive to line up with your entire group. Parents will not be allowed to drive children down Bradly St. to staging area. You MUST WALK!You cannot line up with your float until all participants are on the float

Safety First… It’s Your Responsibility

For the purposes of controlling traffic and pedestrian congestion and of providing for the public health, safety and general welfare, the following regulations shall pertain to all parades conducted within the City:

  1. All parade participants shall assemble for the parade no earlier than 4pm and shall disperse from public property immediately after the conclusion of the parade. All participants must be picked up after the parade in the parking lot in front of the Carrollton Senior Center220 West Avenue Carrollton, Ga 30117.
  2. No parade participant shall carry arms or other weapons (or facsimiles thereof), nor bricks, bats, sticks, rocks, bottles or other items which may be used as weapons.
  3. No parade participant shall drink alcoholic beverages or be under the influence of any intoxicating beverages or drugs.
  4. Materials used in the construction of floats in the parade shall be of fire-retardant materials and shall be subject to such requirements concerning fire safety as may be determined by the fire chief.
  5. Once commenced, the parade shall not stop along the parade route, but shall continue to move at a fixed rate of speed, and any willful delay or willful stopping of such parade, except when reasonably required for the safe and orderly conduct of the parade, shall constitute a violation of the permit.
  6. Once commenced, no additional vehicles, individuals, groups or participants shall be permitted to join the parade.
  7. In no event shall speeches, rallies, etc., be conducted in the public street, or along the sidewalks of the city.
  8. No items shall be thrown from vehicles or floats. Items may be handed out by participating walkers upon approval.
  9. Any other reasonable regulations or restrictions deemed necessary by the chief of police for the protection and safety of the parade participants, viewing public, or for the public health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the City, may be imposed by the chief of police. However, such additional regulations or restrictions shall be specified in writing to the applicant with all reasons therefore clearly enumerated.

By indication of my signature below, I have read the accompanying rules and regulations concerning the City Parade Ordinance and agree to all the conditions thereof. Additionally, I understand that I am also responsible for all participants’ knowledge of such terms and conditions of this event. In consideration of my participation or company participation, I agree not to hold the Carrollton Main Street Program, Its board members, director or the City of Carrollton, or any other agent or representative of the "Holiday Wishes Parade" liable for any injury or damage, however caused, which may result from my participation. I understand by registering for the parade I am acknowledging I have read the safety rules and understanding them clearly.

Organization

Contact Name and Signature