JAMAICA RISING DAY PARADE

Culture • Community • Commerce • Global Impact

JRDP Walking Contingent & Float Registration Application

Saturday, August 8, 2026

This document outlines participation opportunities, registration requirements, and pricing for organizations, community groups, schools, marching bands, businesses, elected officials, and partners interested in joining the inaugural Jamaica Rising Day Parade 2026.

The parade celebrates Jamaican culture, heritage, unity, and community pride through walking contingents, vehicles, and floats. All participation is subject to review and approval by the Jamaica Rising Day Parade Committee.

WALKING CONTINGENT

PARTICIPATION (Non-Vehicle Participation)

This category is available for nonprofit organizations, cultural groups, schools, marching bands, elected officials, community organizations, and other approved participants. Approved contingents will receive official participant wristbands, which must be worn for identification, security, and access to the parade.

VEHICLE & FLOAT PARTICIPATION

All vehicle and float entries require advance approval from JRDP

Category

Participation Fee

Ø Personal Vehicle -$1,500.00

Ø Nonprofit

Organization Float -$3,500.00w

Ø Corporate

Float (Standard)- $4,500.00

Ø Corporate

Float (Premium Enhanced Branding Package) -$5,000.00

Standard float participation includes:

• Rental of a professionally constructed low-level parade float
• Basic float design concept
• Standing capacity for up to twenty (20) participants
• 400-watt generator
• One (1) branded banner

Additional customization, upgraded decorations,

enhanced audio equipment, specialty builds, or additional branding requests

shall be the responsibility and expense of the participating organization.

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS & RESTRICTIONS

All vehicles participating in the parade must be reviewed and approved before

entry. Vehicle participants must provide:

• Valid driver's license
• Current vehicle registration
• Proof of vehicle insurance

Vehicles, sound systems, and equipment must comply with all applicable City of

New York regulations, NYPD safety requirements, and Jamaica Rising Day Parade

policies. Unauthorized vehicles will not be permitted.

INSURANCE & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

All approved vehicle and float participants must submit a Certificate of Insurance listing the required parties as Additional Insured, including, but not limited to:

• Jamaica Rising Day Parade, Inc
• City of New York
• New York City Police Department

IDENTIFICATION & SAFETY

For safety and security purposes:

• Official wristbands will be issued to approved participants
• Wristbands are required for parade entry
• Wristbands will be utilized at NYPD security checkpoints and access-control

.........locations

• Groups must remain within their approved participant limits
• All participants must comply with instructions from parade officials, law

.........enforcement personnel, and emergency services representatives

PAYMENT POLICY

All registration fees must be paid in full before approval for participation. Registration fees are non-refundable unless the organizers cancel the parade.

Regarding participation, sponsorship, registration, or parade operations, contact us at info@jamaicarisingdayparade.org

Phone: (718) 753-9920

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PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES

All registered groups are responsible for the conduct of their members and

guests. Organizations must designate a primary point of contact to communicate

with parade officials before and during the event.

Participants must:

• Follow all instructions issued by parade officials, law enforcement personnel, and emergency responders
• Remain within their assigned parade position
• Maintain orderly and respectful behavior throughout the event
• Ensure that all decorations, signage, and promotional materials meet parade standards and applicable laws
• Keep vehicles and floats in safe operating condition at all times

Emergency Procedures

In the event of an emergency, severe weather, public safety concern, or a

directive from law enforcement authorities, participants must immediately

Follow instructions from parade officials, NYPD personnel, FDNY personnel, EMS personnel, and authorized emergency management representatives.

The Jamaica Rising Day Parade Committee reserves the right to modify, delay, suspend, or cancel any portion of the event if conditions warrant such action for public safety. Compliance with these regulations helps ensure a safe, successful, and enjoyable celebration for all participants and spectators.