Parade Registration
Dear Prospective Participant,
Note: There is no need to print off this form. Fill in the details below and click submit and it will automatically send in your registration.
On behalf of the Essex Festival Committee, I would like to invite you and/or your organization to join us in this year’s Fun Fest Parade on Saturday, July 9. It’s a great way to promote your organization, business or service group. It’s also great fun and entertainment for all.
About the Parade!
Parade Theme:
2022 has been declared "Year of the Garden" so if you choose to meet the theme, please consider your float entry to be vibrant in colour, and filled with anything and, everything, garden related.
Parade Float Challenge:
This year, we are rewarding you for participating in our parade. Our sponsor, ONYX FITNESS SOLUTIONS, will be judging all the participating floats and you could win $$$$ for your charity of choice.
Be as creative as possible and join in the fun!

Criteria your float will be judged on:
Your float will be judged on Overall Appearance and Creativity/Originality
1st place $500 | 2nd place $250 | 3rd place $100
Overall Appearance (0-10 points awarded)
Does the float look good? Does the float adhere to the theme? Is the float constructed of quality? Is the float colourful? Does the float look safe?
Creativity/Originality (0-10 points awarded)
Is the float design, construction, and appearance something out of the ordinary? Does the float have any moveable parts, gimmicks, encompassing traits?
Lineup Start Time
9:30 am on Medora Avenue with overflow on Albert Street and Harvey Street.
Parade Start Time
10:30 am
Parade Application Deadline
The deadline to submit an application is Friday, July 1, 2022
Parade Staging and Route
The parade route will be from Medora Avenue to Fairview Avenue
Map of Interest

Things to Know:
During the parade, walkers are welcome to hand out wrapped treats. We discourage the throwing of items as it may entice children to run out among the moving vehicles to retrieve them. This is also a perfect opportunity to hand out flyers, coupons, and promotional items to hundreds of people.
Safety is the festival's number 1 priority. Volunteers and the OPP will assist with road closures and traffic flow.
When all entries are accepted, and within 1 week of the parade date, you will be emailed further details including your entry number and assembly location.
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact the Parade Coordinator, Richard at:
essexfunfest@gmail.com
Attention: Richard Tapping
Respectfully yours,
Parade Coordinators