PALM SPRINGS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS BAND APPLICATION

MARCHING BAND APPLICATION

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Parade Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025

Parade Start Time: 5:45 pm

Live Television Broadcast Start Time: 6:00 pm

Location: Downtown Palm Springs, California

Celebrate the holiday season in style with an enchanting journey to the Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade—a remarkable band trip experience for your students. This captivating event brings together Hollywood stars, beloved cartoon characters, and the iconic Santa Claus himself, all set against the backdrop of the picturesque downtown Palm Springs, California.

During this magical two-hour parade, you can expect to witness a dazzling display of giant helium balloons, spirited marching bands, imaginative floats, and captivating entertainment units. It's a spectacle that promises to leave a lasting impression on your students and create cherished memories for a lifetime.

What makes this event even more special is its reach. The Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade is broadcast live by both NBC Palm Springs and Univision Palm Springs, captivating the hearts of over 300,000 households in the Coachella Valley area. Additionally, the parade route is lined with nearly 100,000 enthusiastic spectators who come to revel in the holiday spirit.

Mark your calendars, as this heartwarming tradition takes place on the first Saturday in December each year. It's the perfect opportunity for your students to not only showcase their musical talents but also immerse themselves in the joyous festivities of the season. Join us in Palm Springs, where the holidays come alive with music, lights, and the spirit of togetherness.

Make this year's holiday season truly unforgettable with a trip to the Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade. Let the magic begin!

More information about the parade is available at www.psfestivaloflights.com.

We hope you can join the fun and excitement of this wonderful parade.
BAND INFORMATION
PARADE YEAR*

2025
Organization Name (Band Name)*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Primary Phone*
Parade Day Phone*
Email Address*
example@example.com
Website Address
Alternate Contact

First NameLast Name
Alternate Contact Phone
Type of Band

SchoolCollege/UniversityPipeDrum CorpsIndependentOther
Total Band Size*
Number of Musicians*
Number of Auxiliary*
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Provide the number of vehicles in each category that is applicable
#Buses
Length of Buses
Length in feet
#Equipment Trucks/Trailers
Length of Trucks/Trailers
Length in feet
SCRIPT INFORMATION
Announcer Script *

0/75
Additional comments or requests:
Band Photo

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Parade Requirements and Guidelines (to download click arrow to the right or to print, click printer symbol)
As an authorized representative of this organization/business and its participating members, I/we are participating in the Festival of Lights Parade (the “Event”) hosted by the City of Palm Springs. In consideration for our participation in the event and with a full understanding of the risk involved, I/we voluntarily agree to indemnify, release, forever discharge, defend, and hold harmless the owner of the property on which the event occurs and the City of Palm Springs, and Upbeat Parade Productions, LLC, including its employees, agents, officials, and officers, from any and all claims, demands, actions, damages, or liabilities of any kind arising out of the or in connection with my participation in the Event. I also consent to video and photographs to be taken of me for use in future City publicity and I understand that I will not receive any compensation for such use. I also agree that in the event any provision of this Liability Waiver and Release is declared or determined by any court to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the validity of the remaining parts, terms, or provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
I have read, agree and accept all parade guidelines, hold harmless and general information as an authorized representative of this organization/business*

I accept
Authorized Representative*

First NameLast Name
Date Submitted

MonthDayYear
Questions/Contact:

Ray Pulver - Upbeat Parade Productions

RayPulver@upbeatparades.com - 408-629-2520
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MARCHING BAND APPLICATION

BAND INFORMATION

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

SCRIPT INFORMATION