Parade Participation
PLEASE NOTE: if parades are cancelled due to inclement weather, it will be posted on our website and social channels by 10:30am the day of the parade.
Thousands of spectators line the streets of downtown Holland to watch amazing marching bands, Dutch Dancers, floats and numerous organizations present their finest in over two miles of pure celebration. Participation in the Tulip Time Festival parades is a great way for an organization, marching band, or company to “Join the Dance” in one of the nation’s Top 100 festivals. The Festival parades are some of the largest and most spectacular events in Michigan.
Thursday, May 9, 2024
People from near and far will be invited to don their Dutch costumes, grab a bucket and a broom, and scrub the streets clean for the coming performances. Local elementary school children in full costume and smiling faces march together (each school and grade will have their own theme that nods to the towns’ Dutch heritage). Floats, bands, organizations and businesses join in with their Tulip Time inspired entries for an awesome celebration.
KinderParade set-up
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2024 KINDERPARADE LINEUP (as of 5/7)CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2024 KINDERPARADE LINEUP MAP
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2024 KINDERPARADE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
kinderparade water station assignments
Find your assignment below and the location of your assignment on the Lineup map (the orange button above)
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Saturday, May 11, 2024
Dozens of bands from West Michigan middle and high schools showcase their talents through downtown Holland. Floats, organizations, and businesses join in with Tulip Time-inspired entries. Unique entries from around the country (even around the world) make their way down one of the longest and most exciting parade routes in Michigan!
volksPARADE SET-UP
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2024 VOLKSPARADE LINEUP (as of 5/10)
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2024 VOLKSPARADE LINEUP MAP
volksPARADE WATER STATION ASSIGNMENTS
Find your assignment below and the location of your assignment on the Lineup map (the orange button above)
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Click here to download general parade guidelines
Click here to download band parade guidelines
PARADE PARTICIPATION APPLICATIONS:
Parade Participation Fees
Business: $250 for one parade, $75 for second parade
Non-Profit/Government: $25
Military: Free
Bands: Free
Dutch Dogs on Parade Registration
If you have any questions about the guidelines or application process, please contact Kim Vandermolen at kim@tuliptime.com or 800-822-2770 ext. 104
Parades are televised locally, as well as covered live on WHTC, Holland’s Hometown Station.