Last Chance to Participant in 2021 Veteran’s Day Parade
The City of Prescott is excited to announce that the 2021 Veterans Day Parade will be held in Downtown Prescott on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Opening ceremonies will take place at 10:30am on the stage at the intersection of Cortez St. and Union St., with parade beginning at 11:00am.
This year’s parade theme is: Honoring World War II Veterans- A Grateful Nation Salutes the Greatest Generation. The City of Prescott is inviting parade entrants from the community to compete in seven categories this year. Each entry category will have a first palace winner and all entries will compete for a Best overall award. The categories are:
- Fraternal or Military Organizations
- Motorized Groups
- Music
- Marching Units
- Hospital entries by Veterans
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Commercial / Business
There is no fee to enter, and application forms and rules can be found on the Recreation Services section of the City website, under the Programs and Special Events tab, or entering this link in your web browser: https://www.prescott-az.gov/recreation-events/programs-special-events/special-events/
Individuals, businesses and groups interested in participating in the parade are asked to return your entry form no later than October 22, 2021, to assure proper staging and information prior to the event. Applications can be emailed to michelle.stacy-schroeder@prescott-az.gov or delivered to 824 E. Gurley at the Grace Sparkes Activity Center (Old Armory). Please direct questions or completed applications to Michelle Stacy-Schroeder, Recreation Services Manager, at 928-777-1552.