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The 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Parade will be held on Friday, May 9, beginning promptly at 10:30 am.

Get Involved with the All Schools Day Parade!

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.
  • Sponsor: Support the parade and gain recognition for your business or organization.
  • 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!

People's Choice Award Sponsor

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Peoples Choice Award voting

Vote by texting your favorite float #620-798-7877

voting is open from 10am - 3pm

Prize money and rewards

  • Pre - School $150.00
  • Kindergarten $150.00
  • Royalty $150.00
  • Best Use of Theme $150.00
  • People's Choice Award: $150.00
  • Best Commercial Entry: Traveling Trophy
Peoples choice Award

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’ sponsored by CHS and powered by Nex-Tech Wireless.

Parade fees

Exempt from fees
  • K-12 schools
  • Individuals
  • Community organizations with 501(c)3
  • ASD sponsors of $1,000+
floats & motorized Vehicles

$500.00 for commercial entities (include not-for-profit, for-profit) ONE float, car, or motorized vehicle. Including the people behind the float.

walking the route

$100.00 for commercial entities to walk the parade route.

Parade Route

Road Closures

Feature Sponsor

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Sponsors

Resources

Building a float?

$400 Incentive Money to Build a Float

Qualifying Categories

  • Royalty
  • Preschool
  • Kindergarten
  • Schools
  • Town & Misc. Floats / Adult Organizations
  • Youth Organizations

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Registration

Registration opens April 1 and closes May 8 at 5:00 PM. You can register below or with the parade packet or in person at Farm Bureau Financial Services, 210 E Euclid, McPherson.


Entry forms must be submitted online or be returned to Farm Bureau – LukeBauer no later than Wednesday, May 7, before 5:00 pm.

Registration Forms

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