On behalf of the Essex Fun Fest Committee, I would like to invite you and your organization to join us in this year’s Fun Fest Parade on Saturday, July 6. 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!
Sponsored by
Schinkels' Meat Market
PARADE THEME
Get ready to paint the town with your bright colors at the Essex Fun Fest Parade! This year, our theme is "Harmony in Colours," celebrating the grand reopening of our downtown.
Join us as we transform the streets into a colorful showcase, where each parade entry proudly displays its unique colors.
Whether it's the bold orange of Essex 73's or the radiant yellow of Essex Home Hardware, let's highlight the vibrancy of our community while promoting our businesses in the most colorful way possible!
Don't miss your chance to be part of this bright parade!
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LINEUP START TIME
9:30am
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PARADE START TIME
10:30am
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PARADE APPLICATION DEADLINE
The deadline to submit application is Friday, June 28, 2024
PARADE STAGING AND ROUTE
Start at Medora Ave and proceed south on Talbot, ending at Talbot and Fairview. Staging will take place on 4 different streets so place make sure you check your email for instructions before the parade date.
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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.
Attached is the entry form. Complete and return this form as soon as possible by one of the following methods:
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Drop-off or Mail to:
Essex Town Hall
33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8
(8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday to Friday. After-hour drop box available)
Essex Centre Sports Complex
60 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, Ontario
(9:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday to Friday)
Email to: essexfunfest@gmail.com
Attention: Richard Tapping
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.
PARADE STAGING AND ROUTE
