Parade Entries

Awards

Each year, the annual Pride Parade draws more than 600,000 people, providing entrants an excellent opportunity to increase exposure and share a message with the Pride community. The 34th annual Pride Parade - located in the heart of Vancouver's West End - is the event of the summer! We have room for approximately 140 entries so take part in the magic of the Pride Parade and share your message with our diverse audience and the general public.

Why is your organization choosing to participate with Pride?

We're asking all Entries to consider this question when applying for the Pride Parade. What is your message and why is Pride important to you? Last season we had over 233 applicants and only 140 spots available so have fun and make your application competitive!

APPLY NOW

Applications will be accepted in two rounds:

JAN 31st - MAR 2nd - Early-bird: Non-Profits, Community Groups and Small Business get $20 off when you pay early! Other groups receive a 5% Early Bird Bonus!

JAN 31st - APR 13th - General Submission Period: please note there is a late fee of $100 starting two weeks before our closing date. 

Applications are closed May 1st, 2012 

*Application processing can take up to 2 weeks time. Successful applicants will be notified via email*

Community and Non-Profit organizations will receive priority over other applicants until March 2nd, 2012. On March 3rd, 2012, all applications will be selected in the overall best interest of the Pride Parade on a first come first serve basis.

Before you apply please read the Terms and Conditions which outline the required guidelines for successful applicants. This is mandatory for all applicants. 

FAQ

Wait, how much does it cost to Enter?

Each entry is different depending on the type you require and size and type of your organization. Take a look below at the definitions of the application categories and then refer to the Fees for an estimate associated with your application and organization. Please note the VPS reserves the right to make the final determination of these categories.

What types of Entries are there?

The Parade has two types of Entries, marching units and floats. Please note that businesses are restricted to one entry type, the Float.

Marching Unit: maximum 50 people marching with a message 
Float/Vehicle: a float or 2 standard size vehicles up to MAX (40') forty feet in length including those on the ground (min 1 person per wheel).

When should I start organizing my entry?

Avoid any additional purchases or planning until you've paid for your space in the Pride Parade. At that stage you are an official Parade entry!

Do I need to have insurance?

While the City of Vancouver does not require additional insurance, by entering the Pride Parade your organization assumes all responsibility and hereby waives any demand or claim it may have against the City of Vancouver and the Vancouver Pride Society including its Directors, Employees, Contractors and Volunteers. Please see the Terms and Conditions for specific guidelines. Please note, if you are entering the Pride Parade with a vehicle, the driver and the vehicle must be insured.

CATEGORIES

Non Profit
Community Group
Artisan
Business
Political Party
Union
Government Organization / Public Service
Food & Beverage
Pride Partner

Non Profit
Local: A local organization that exclusively services and operates out of the local community
National: National, community-based organizations that service communities throughout Canada

Community Group: An unregistered group of individuals who have come together to share a collective message.

Artisan: These items must be handmade and created by the seller operating the exhibit.

Business
Small: A registered business in Canada with 1-10 employees
Medium: A registered business in Canada with 11-30 employees
Large: A registered business in Canada with 31+ employees
Franchise: A franchise of a registered business in Canada representing a specific location.

Political Party: Any registered Political Party in Canada

Union: Any registered Union in Canada

Government Organization or Public Service: Any municipal, provincial, or government service available to all members of the public.

Food & Beverage
Food Cart: Your operation is mobile and takes up approximately 5’ to 6’ of space
Food Stand: Does your operation fit under a 10’ x 10’ tent? You are a food stand.
Food Truck: If you can drive your operation, or if it is larger than 10’ x 10’you are a food truck.

Pride Partner: have a signed agreement with the VPS as an official Pride Partner

FEES

*All prices listed are before taxes and fees. Pride Partners fees are determined as per the agreement

The Vancouver Pride Society is pleased to announce the 2011 Pride Parade award winners.

Special thanks to our judges, Samantha Jo Simmonds, Johanna Hickey, Joanne O'Connor, Marina Szijarto and Sam Levy.

Best Little Float - PLAYHOUSE CAGE AUX FOLLES
Biggest Best Float - TD CANADA TRUST
Captivating Community Cluster - FRASER VALLEY YOUTH
Brightest Rainbow - SHER VANCOUVER
Victorious and Vivacious - TRIANGLE RECREATION CAMP
Fabulous Marching Gaygle - AKLAN ATI-ATIHAN ASSOCIATION OF BC
Quintessential Queer of the Day - ATTILA BASSETT OF PAPARAZZI NIGHTCLUB
Sin-sational Crowd Stimulators - CELEBRITIES NIGHTCLUB

Who will take it home in 2012?