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Saludos, Parade Family!
The history of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade is one of cultural awareness, resilience, pride, unity, and education, rooted in the spirit of activism, freedom, and justice. We are proud that this legacy remains alive and strong today, six decades after the Parade’s founders first marched in New York City in 1958.
We welcome groups interested in participating in the celebration to form contingents and submit a participant application form so that all can lend their voices to celebrating our culture and heritage while collectively shining a light on the issues and challenges that are impacting Puerto Rico and our people. This is an opportunity to act in solidarity and speak with a unified voice while celebrating our community’s achievements and contributions to our global society.
On Sunday, June 9th, the National Puerto Rican Day Parade will span 35 city blocks, featuring the best in Puerto Rican music, dance and culture. An estimated 1million+ participants and spectators will join the celebration.
We welcome you to join us as a contingent participant to the parade.
To sign up your group, company, or organization, please click below to read our guidelines, register, and submit your payment.
Step 1 - Read and acknowledge the parade's rules and regulations
Step 2 - Register your contingent and submit fee payment
Ready? Begin your registration here!
The deadline for registering for the 2024 parade is Wednesday, May 15th.
National Puerto Rican Day Parade
Parade Pricing for Contingents
The below is a price guide for contingents looking to register with the National Puerto Rican Day Parade.
This is not a registration form. To register click the button above.
CONTINGENT REGISTRATION:
All participants in the National Puerto Rican Day Parade must complete a registration application for their group/contingent in advance of the parade and before the registration deadline of Wednesday, May 15th, 2024.
Pricing is based on the type of registration that best corresponds with the type of organization/group you represent.
Contingent registration is required to participate in the parade, and are subject to verification and approval by parade
organizers. No one can march in the parade without a security wristband and belonging to a pre-registered contingent.
All Registrations come with 50 Individual wristbands included.
● Small Business* (<$6MM Rev) - $800
● Large Non Profit (Files 990 Long-form; receipts $200K+, Assets $500K+) - $600
● Medium Non-Profit (Files 990-EZ; receipts up to $200K, Assets <$500K) - $400
● Small Non-Profit (Files 990-N; receipts < $50K) - $200
● Government, Military, Unions - $500
● Non-Affiliated Community Group (Pueblo/Culture) - $100
*For private companies with revenue $6MM+, Please contact parade organizers at parade@nprdpinc.org
Additional Wristbands
Contingents must purchase additional wristbands for the number of participants over 50.
● Purchased before May 15th registration deadline - $2.50 Each
● Purchased after May 15th registration deadline - $5.00 Each
VEHICLES
No motorcycles, 16-wheelers, vans, moving or rental trucks are allowed. All vehicle selections must be
reviewed and approved before joining the parade. Limit one vehicle registration per contingent unless
otherwise authorized. Any vehicle decorations must be appropriate and culturally relevant to the parade.
Pricing for Vehicles:
● Vehicle - Convertible $400
● Vehicle - Jeep $500
● Vehicle - SUV/Pickup $600
● Vehicle - Oversized $1,500
FLOATS
Contingents registering for the parade must work with an NPRDP float vendor to be included in the parade.
Parade organizers will follow up with you on coordinating float details.
● Float - Standard $4,000
Package Includes: Dimensions: 8′ x 26′ x 12′
Float rental Decoration (basic trim)
Basic, in-house signage
Vehicle Driver Insurance.
● Float Custom Vinyl Banners and Graphics $1,500
(Standard Package Add-on)
● Float - Custom $6,000
Package Includes: Dimensions: 8′ x 28 ‘x 13’
Float rental Decoration (special construction)
Custom signage/graphics
Vehicle Driver Insurance
● Float - Corporate/Sponsored $20,000
Please contact parade organizers for details of package and customization.
For inquiries email parade@nprdpinc.org
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What is a parade/marching contingent?A parade/marching contingent is an organized group of 50 people or less representing a registered organization. All contingents must file a parade application. The NPRDP will provide permits and access wristbands upon completion of the registration process. No contingent will be permitted to march without the applicable permits and wristbands.
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Does my organization need to register? Can we join another organization that is registered?All organizations must file parade applications, separately. Parade formation permits cannot be shared.
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Can I march in the parade without being part of a registered contingent?No. For security purposes, required by the NYPD, we must have the ability to identify all marchers and their respective contingents.
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152nd Street FestivalPremium, 20’x20’ or 10’x10’ activation areas On-stage mentions
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