2026 Riverfest - Parade~7/12/2026 Celebrating 50 Years! Back to the 50's

2026 Riverfest Parade Celebrating 50 Years of Riverfest Community Celebration Theme: Back to the 50?s Step back in time and help us celebrate 50 years of Riverfest with a parade full of classic cars, sock hops, poodle skirts, greasers, and good old-fashioned community fun! We invite businesses, organizations, families, and clubs to get creative and embrace the spirit of the fabulous 1950s. For a full schedule of Riverfest activities, visit: www.MonticelloRiverfest.com Parade Application: Parade Registration Form Parade entry checks must be made payable to: RIVERFEST COMMITTEE Basic Parade Rules Include a brief description of your entry for the MC to read as you pass the announcing area (6th Street & Walnut) . All entries must provide their own transportation and keep moving throughout the parade. Floats over 50 feet must supply two safety spotters; semi trucks require four spotters. No loudspeakers, except for music relevant to your entry. Music must be family-friendly and not overpower neighboring entries. Parade placement is determined by the Parade Committee based on completed applications received. Wrapped candy only may be thrown. Please use caution with children near the street. Entries not present at the starting point on time forfeit parade participation. No refunds will be issued. The Parade Committee reserves the right to enforce additional rules as needed for safety and flow. No water squirting at any time during the parade. No selling of concessions or items along the parade route before, during, or after the parade. Please refrain from smoking along the parade route. Dogs are allowed, but please use caution?hot asphalt can burn paws. Important Parade Information Parade Line-Up: 11:00 AM Location: Monticello American Legion 304 Elm Street, Monticello Check in with a Parade Official upon arrival for your assigned placement. Parade Begins: 11:00 AM SHARP Questions? Contact the Monticello Chamber of Commerce (763) 295-2700 Mon?Thurs: 9:00 AM?3:00 PM | Fri: 8:00 AM?Noon Parade Fees & Deadlines Parade fee must be included with your registration form to reserve placement. Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 26, 2026 Entries received after June 26, 2026, will incur a $25 late fee and may not be included in the electronic program. All registrations must be completed by June 26, 2026. No exceptions. Payment: Cash or Check only Checks payable to RIVERFEST COMMITTEE Submit Registration: Mail: PO Box 192, Monticello, MN 55362 Email (scanned) : info@monticellocci.com Dust off those saddle shoes, fire up the classics, and help us celebrate 50 unforgettable years of Riverfest?1950s style!