Photos by Amanda Makela of 2nd Sandbar Productions Applications are still open for the 2023 Parade of Nations. Groups can register a float or as a walking group. The theme this year is Fairy Tales from Around the World.

Community groups, fraternal organizations, religious organizations, student organizations, etc. are invited to create a float or organize a walking group for the Parade of Nations!

Awards will be given to the top three floats that best represent this year’s theme ($300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place, $100 for 3rd place). Additional information on the judging criteria will be shared at the end of August.

The 2023 Parade of Nations begins at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 16 from the Quincy Green in Hancock and ends at the Dee Stadium in Houghton.

Please submit this application form if you intend to enter a float.

Approved floats, accompanying walkers, and walking groups will be asked to arrive at the parade start between 10:00 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. to allow time to ensure vehicles are in parade order. Applications received after September 9 will be considered, but are not guaranteed.

To assist organizations with their float entry for the Parade of Nations, registered student clubs and organizations can seek up to $100 in funding. Awards are available until all funds are exhausted. Requests must be received by September 1 in order to receive the grant before the event.

For more information about the grant, please contact paradeofnations@mtu.edu, or stop by the International Programs and Services Office, Room 200 in the Administration Building.

Please only submit one request per group. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You will be contacted within 5 business days of submitting this form.

Float Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/Float-PoN

Walking Group Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/Walk-PoN