Hometown Holiday Celebration

How to participate in the Parade

Join us in the holiday festivities by walking, driving, riding, scootering, or flying in the Hometown Holiday Parade!

Click the link to register!

Deadline to register: Monday, December 2, 2024

Parade registration is not a guarantee of acceptance. All entries must be approved by the City of Pleasanton. You’ll receive a notice of approval once accepted. 

Parade Rules:

• This event is rain or shine.
• One registration per group.
• All entries must be of a “Holiday Theme.” Lights and music are encouraged.
• All entries must be safe for both passengers and spectators.
• Auto entries are limited to 10 vehicles.
• Entries must not exceed a height of 14 feet.
• All entries involving animals are responsible for removing any excrement from the formation area and parade route.
• Distribution of candy, flyers or other items is not permitted.
• The parade will feature an official Santa and Mrs. Claus. No other Santa or Mrs. Claus entries, except inanimate ones, are allowed.
• Political propaganda is prohibited.
• Advertising is not permitted. Company names may not dominate entries. An example of acceptable wording is: “Happy Holidays from [Your Company Name].”
• The Order of March (position in the parade) will be determined at the discretion of parade officials.
• A confirmation email with check-in details will be sent the week of the event.
• All entries must check in by 4:30 p.m. Late arrivals may not be allowed to participate.
• The parade starts promptly at 5:00 p.m. and will last approximately one hour. The route, down Main Street, is about one mile in length.
• This is a forward-moving parade. Stopping or reversing direction along the parade route is not permitted.
• A designated disband area will be located at the end of the parade route. For entries with children, the entry coordinator should designate a safe area outside of the disband area for child pick-up. An adult must be assigned to chaperone any children.
• All parade rules and instructions from officials must be followed. The City of Pleasanton reserves the right to refuse or remove any entry that does not comply.