When is the East Valley Veterans Parade?
The date for the East Valley Veterans Parade is Veterans Day, November 11, 2025.
What Time is The Parade?
The Parade starts at 11 a.m. It lasts approximately 1.5 hrs.
Who produces the East Valley Veterans Parade?
The East Valley Veterans Parade Association, an all-volunteer 501c3 nonprofit organization, has been commissioned in Arizona for the purpose of producing a Veterans Parade. The association acquires sponsorships, raises funds and produces the Parade. Donations to East Valley Veterans Parade Association are tax‐deductible. For more information contact the EVVPA at 480-684-2324 Ext 3
I want to attend the parade and use a ride-share service to get there. Where is the best place to be dropped off?
If you are using a ride-share service such as Uber or Lyft, there are different locations where you can be dropped off based on whether you are a spectator or a participant. For spectators, the drop-off locations are: Main Library at 64 E. 1st Street and Public Parking Lot @ 27 N. McDonald For participants, [...]
What is the cost to enter the Parade?
Entry is free, as is watching the Parade. We request donations to support the Parade from entrants. Donors can be sponsors at several levels. The Sponsor page has all the sponsor information. If you prefer to make a monetary donation, you can Donate here. For more information contact the EVVPA at 480-684-2324 Ext 3
How do I enter?
The fastest most direct way is to complete the online application. It takes about 5 minutes. The information goes directly to the Parade volunteer staff for processing. Please note that the application period closes each year on October 1st. Therefore, we recommend you apply as early as possible to ensure entry into this parade, which [...]
Do I have to apply online?
Yes. Applications to participate must be completed online. For more information contact the EVVPA at 480-684-2324 Ext 0 (zero).
Is there a limit to the number of entries?
Yes; the parade is cutoff at 115 units in he parade. Motor cycle groups are limited to 3 as are dance groups. If there are excessive numbers of entry requests in a restricted category the earliest dated requests are given preference in that category. Example: there are 3 parade positions available for motorcycle groups. If [...]
What are the Parade entry categories?
[wc_row][wc_column size="one-fourth" position="first"]Bands: Usually High School or any other organized marching bands. Boy Scouts: Boy specific organizations if all ages including the Trail Scouts. Competent leaders must accompany all youth organizations. Cars, pickup trucks: Decorated as a float or not. a car equals about 20 feet and a pickup equals about 30 feet for staging [...]
When can I turn in my application and be accepted?
Applications for Parade participation are received throughout the year. It is important to note that the Parade participation review process begins on September 1. Applications are factored on a first-come basis, so you are encouraged to submit your applications early. Applications through 10/22 will be considered, but again the earlier the better to ensure entry [...]
When will I know my application has been accepted?
We email the prime contact on the application that their application has been received. If that email fails, then the secondary contact is emailed. All applications are reviewed for completeness and errors. When the review is complete, the application is prepared and entrants will be notified of their status in September or October. If you have [...]
Where do I go to line up for the start of the Parade?
When you receive your acceptance email, it will identify your staging area. Click on your assigned Staging area (below) for more information. Red Staging – Vehicles Blue Staging – Marchers Brown Staging –Animals The purple area is designated as the Destaging area.
What time do I have to be in position for the Parade start?
No later than 9:45 a.m. Staff will begin positioning entrants starting at 8 a.m. Red staging area entries need to position earliest, as each vehicle needs to be checked for drivers license registration and title. All vehicles must be ‘road worthy’ unless they are identified as ‘Parade only’ and registered as such prior to the [...]
Do I have to have a driver’s license to drive in the Parade?
Every driver must show their license at the registration area. All drivers’ licenses will be checked at the entry points of the staging areas.
What is the maximum number of people I can have in my entry?
There is no limit, within reason as determined by Parade officials. One exception is motorcycles, which are limited to 50 cyclists per entry and a maximum of 3 entries in this category.
Can I have a vehicle and marchers?
Yes. We need to work with you in staging your unit entry prior to Parade date.
Do I have to have a float?
No, but a decorated float adds visual appeal to the parade. All entries, except high school bands, are eligible to be judged. Your entry needs to be Veteran/Patriotic themed, keeping in mind our mission to honor, thank, and celebrate local Veterans, active Military, and their families. The 2025 parade theme has not been announced yet, [...]
Is there a prize/award for being in the Parade?
The Parade awards prizes in several categories. The Parade judges grade each eligible entry on a scale of 1 to 5 in three (3) different judging elements. The results are determined by the total score received. The top entry in each category receives an award plaque.
I am entered in the Parade, where can I park?
The East Valley Veterans Parade Association (EVVPA ) does not reserve any parking for entrants. All parking is what is normally available to the public. There are a number of public parking lots and parking garages near or on the Parade route located on Pepper Place and on Centennial Way, in addition to general parking [...]