It’s no secret that Minden loves a parade.
The Christmas season is no different than any other, and those who wish to participate in this year’s Christmas parade should sign up by 4 p.m. December 4.
Using the theme “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” Minden’s Christmas Parade is scheduled for 5 p.m., Saturday, December 11 in downtown Minden.
This year, there is an extended parade route, so citizens can practice social distancing.
The parade will begin at the corner of Elm and East and West streets and end at the same location. Line up begins at 3:30 p.m. at the corner of Elm Street facing south to McArthur.
Please do not bring vehicles, trailers or floats to line up before 3:30 p.m. To drop off participants to get to their floats, please drop off at Richardson Elm School. Pick up will be in same location at Richardson Elementary School.
Parade entries should feature a favorite Christmas Carol or song as inspiration. Build a float or other parade entry to illustrate the theme of the song. Have music playing for an extra touch. Add lights and colors to make the entry unique.
If you are throwing candy or trinkets you MUST have adult walkers on either side of your unit and throwers must wear a mask.
Awards include the following:
Best Band
Best Marching Group
Santa’s Award – Given to the overall outstanding entry presenting and illustrating the theme “Twas The Night Before Christmas!”
Spectacular Sparkles -Given to the entrant that presents an outstanding display of lights and/or other type of illuminations
Awards will be presented in the front of the Minden Civic Center at 6:45 p.m. (or after parade ends).
General Rules: The Greater Minden Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to reject any entry which it believes does not follow the required rules and regulations.
All floats/entries in the parade should have some form of Christmas decoration and Christmas music where practical. Seasonal music and lights are what make Christmas parades special, and all participants are encouraged to emphasize these elements.
Animal Groups
1. Animal entries must incorporate the parade theme.
2. Animal entries shall exercise appropriate measures to keep spectators safe.
3. Horses may be either bagged or accompanied by “scoopers” during the parade and while in the staging area.
Lights and Christmas music are welcome and encouraged!
Since the parade is broadcast live on KASO/KBEF Radio, all entrants must supply their own signage for their float/entry. Banners and signs should be neat and easily recognized. Six-to-eight-inch lettering is recommended. Basic, simple signs show best.
Any float with children must have one adult for each five children.
Please NO SANTA costumes! Santa will have his own float at the end of the parade. Santa Claus is our featured guest each year.
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