2018 Helldorado Parade In Las Vegas: Enter For Free

LAS VEGAS, NV - Applications are now being accepted for the 2018 Helldorado Parade. All local businesses, organizations, groups, nonprofits, and more are encouraged to apply for free for the May 12 parade in Downtown Las Vegas.

Entries should follow the Helldorado Parade theme, reflecting western heritage, the birth of the city of Las Vegas, and/or traditions of the Helldorado Days.

To take part in the 2018 Helldorado Parade: Download the application packet for rules and guidelines. Submit your application to participate online or by fax or mail no later than April 19, 2018. For more information on the Helldorado Parade, call 702-229-6672.

All residents sharing a birthday with Las Vegas (May 15th, for those who were unsure) are invited by the city to march with in the parade with the "5/15 Club." If this applies to you, and you're interested, go to the online registration form and follow the directions.

According to the city, "five high school bands and multiple high school floats are already entered." It's free to enter a float, and high school marching bands that participate in the parade will receive $1,000 for their participation. All floats reflecting western heritage or the birthday of Las Vegas will receive $500 and the best float will also receive a $500 award.

For all entries, awards will be given to the best entry, most creative, best theme, best float, best equestrian entry, best car club or motorized vehicle, and best walking group.

The Helldorado Days are an annual cowboy-themed outdoor festival "celebrating Las Vegas' tribute to the Wild West." The festival first began in 1934.

Image: 2010 Helldorado Parade (via City of Las Vegas)