The 2026 McPherson County All Schools Day Parade will be held on Friday, May 8, beginning promptly at 10:30 am.
The All Schools Day Parade thrives because of the energy and enthusiasm of our community! Whether you’re a school, business, organization, or an individual, there are many ways to join in the fun:
Enter a Float: Showcase your creativity, pride, and spirit by entering your own float or parade entry.
Volunteer: Help behind the scenes and make this cherished event run smoothly.
Attend & Cheer: Bring your family and friends to line the streets and celebrate together!
Explore the opportunities below and discover how you can play a part in McPherson’s biggest annual celebration!
Vote by texting your favorite float #620-798-7877
Voting is open from 10am - 3pm
Pre - School $150.00
Kindergarten $150.00
Royalty $150.00
Best Use of Theme $150.00
People's Choice Award: $150.00
1st Commercial Entry: Traveling Trophy
Text to vote for your favorite float on the day of the parade. Winner will be announced on the day of the parade.
‘Peoples Choice Award powered by Nex-Tech Wireless.
K-12 schools
Community organizations with 501(c)3
ASD sponsors of $1,000+
$500.00 for commercial entities (include not-for-profit, for-profit) ONE float, car, or motorized vehicle. Including the people behind the float.
$100.00 for commercial entities to walk the parade route.

Stay tuned below for clues as they are revealed every day, starting May 2nd.



$600 Incentive Money to Build a Float
Qualifying Categories
Royalty
Preschool
Kindergarten
Schools
Town & Misc. Floats / Adult Organizations
Youth Organizations
Registration opens April 1 and closes May 6 at 5:00 PM. You can register below, with the parade packet, or in person at Farm Bureau Financial Services, 210 E Euclid, McPherson.
Entry forms must be submitted online or returned to Farm Bureau – LukeBauer no later than Wednesday, May 6, before 5:00 pm.