Decorate a shoebox-sized float for your group, organization, family, school, etc. and we'll film the "parade" in front of a backdrop and include commentary from the emcee - just like the real thing!
WHEN:
The parade will be broadcast on Facebook and on our website on Saturday, December 5 at 3:00 pm.
HOW TO ENTER:
An entry form must be filled out for each float. All participation rules and the entry form can be found here.
DROP OFF LOCATION:
Gloucester Parks, Recreation & Tourism
The Stewart Building
6382 Main Street
Gloucester, VA 23061
Floats must be dropped off by Tuesday, December 1 at 12:00 pm.
Since this isn’t our traditional parade, we’re having fun with categories. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative interpretation – good luck!
“Moving Down Main” – can you make your float move?
“All Natural Gloucester” – make your best float using items from nature (berries, pinecones, leaves, etc.)
“On the Water” – pay homage to the water that’s shaped life in Gloucester
“Snow GLO” – snow & lights are essential for the perfect holiday scene
“My House” – show us your house, miniature style
“How COVID Can’t Steal Christmas” – things are different, but let’s show how resilient Gloucester can be
“Hometown Gloucester” – show us what Gloucester means to you
IMPORTANT INFO:
- Floats should depict the theme: “Hometown Holiday”
- Floats should be approximately 9”L x 4”H x 4”W (rectangle tissue box) to 12”L x 9”H x 9”W (women’s size 11 or men’s size 9 shoebox)
- The bottom of the float must be flat so it can be pulled. Working wheels are OK but not required.
- The parade will travel left to right across the screen, so please decorate accordingly.
QUESTIONS? Call PRT at 693-2355 or email prt@gloucesterva.info