Registration Requirements & Important Rules

To help ensure a safe, respectful, and organized event, all participants must comply with the following parade requirements:

General Participation Rules

• All entries must remain non-political in nature. Political campaign signage, endorsements, candidate promotion, or campaign materials are strictly prohibited.

• Participants must follow all directions provided by parade officials, staff, and safety personnel.

• Failure to comply with parade guidelines may result in removal from the event or denial of participation.

Prohibited Items

The following items are not permitted at any time:

• Weapons, ammunition, or replica weapons

• Open flames or hazardous materials

• Political endorsements, campaign materials, or promotional items

• Candy, giveaways, or any items that may be thrown or distributed along the parade route

Arrival & Check-In Information

• All participants must arrive no later than 11:00 AM. Participation is not guaranteed after this time, and late arrivals may be denied entry.

• Check-in begins at 8 AM (participant vehicles must arrive together)

• Once the parade begins, participants will not be permitted to return to the point of origin.

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Release and Waiver of Liability

By submitting a registration form, participants acknowledge and agree to assume all risks associated with participation in the Monterey County Veterans Day Parade.

Participants release and discharge the Salinas Veterans Day Parade, Inc. Committee, event sponsors, officers, volunteers, agents, and employees from any and all claims arising from injury, illness, property damage, or death that may occur before, during, or after participation in this event, including claims resulting from negligence.

If medical attention becomes necessary, participants understand that care may be provided at their own expense.

Submission of the registration form confirms that the participant has read, understood, and voluntarily agreed to this waiver and release of liability, including the waiver of substantial legal rights, including the right to sue.

Minor Participants

If any participant is a minor, the parent or legal guardian completing the registration assumes full responsibility for that minor participant.

Acknowledgement

By completing and submitting this registration form, I request entry for myself and/or my organization in the Monterey County Veterans Day Parade on November 11, 2026, and acknowledge that I have read and accepted all registration requirements and liability terms.

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I UNDERSTAND THAT IF MY UNIT OR I ARRIVE LATER THAN 11:00 AM I/WE MAY BE DENIED ENTRY IN THE CELEBRATION.

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