The Anna Maria Island Privateers would like to invite you to participate in their 2013 Christmas Parade on December 7th, followed by the Santa Open House at Coquina Beach; where the man in red will be handing out gifts to the youngsters.
Please join this special kick-off to the Holiday Festivities! You may fill out the parade application online or print the application and mail it in.
Printable Version: Christmas Parade Information or contact Laura Long 941-962-9820. Entry is Free! Just a few rules:
1. The parade leaves BAY FRONT PARK in ANNA MARIA CITY at 10 am. It will proceed through the 3 island cities, ending at COQUINA BEACH in BRADENTON BEACH CITY.
2. All floats and units must be staged by 9:30 a.m.
3. Float or car must be decorated in colors and style befitting the spirit of the holiday season.
4. All units should have a sign or banner indicating who they represent (* See #9 also)
5. The privateers in no way assume liability for another organization or participant who is in the parade.
6. The firing of black powder is allowed.
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7. All units must be motorized or peddled. No marching or walking units can be accommodated.
8. No person or organization may charge a fee or request a donation to be on any float or to participate.
9. As a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) organization, we cannot allow any activities related to political advertising, solicitation, campaigning, or endorsements.