Veteran’s Day Parade Saturday, Nov. 4, Float Entries Sought

Edinburg Texas, Oct. 24, 2023 — The City of Edinburg invites the public to participate in the upcoming Veterans Day Parade. This annual event will take place along Closner Boulevard, the Boulevard of Heroes.

The Parade is open to anyone interested in participating free of charge. Political entries may participate with a charge of $250. All applicants must complete a simple entry form of participation. Detailed information is required as it is used to announce the entries in the lineup. Paper forms are available at the Dustin M. Sekula Memorial Library or the Edinburg City Hall; pick up a form from the Front Desk. 

Most Patriotic Float Competition – only those individuals using a pick-up truck bed, farm wagon, flatbed truck, or trailer may enter the Float Competition.  Vehicles smaller than a pick-up truck bed do not qualify to enter the competition.  Judging will be based on the Overall Appearance of the float, and trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

The parade will commence at Richard R. Flores Stadium on 1800 S. Stadium Dr. and Mark Peña Dr. to end on Closner Blvd. and Cano St. If you would like to participate in the parade, contact the Edinburg Library at 956-383-6246 or stop by the library located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd. Edinburg, Texas.   

Parade entry forms can be found here.