JCI Petal 2026 St Patricks Day Parade

JCI Petal St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The Petal Jaycees (JCI Petal) are excited to invite you to participate in the JCI Petal St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a community tradition celebrating Irish spirit, family fun, and Petal pride! 🍀

📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
🕐 Time: Parade begins at 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Petal, Mississippi

🎭 Parade Theme: Luck of the Irish
(Participants are encouraged to decorate and dress creatively in theme!)

ENTRY FEES

Each registration is valid for (1) car, truck/trailer, float, or walking group
OR (2) golf carts

Early Registration: 1/12/2026-2/7/2026

• $85 Commercial

• $50 Nonprofits & Families

Regular Registration: 2/8/2026 – 2/24/2026

• $100 Commercial

• $60 Nonprofits & Families

Late Registration: 2/25/2026 -3/13/2026

• $150 Commercial

• $75 Nonprofits & Families

🚫 No cash will be accepted.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION POLICIES

• No refunds or transfers will be permitted. Registrations are considered a donation to JCI Petal.

• Entries that arrive at line-up without being registered will be required to pay a $250 on-site fee, will be placed at the end of the parade, and will not be judged.

🎉 Jaycee Bonus: Any entrant who joins the Petal Jaycees will receive 20% off membership dues for the year.

LINE-UP

Due to the number of last-minute entries received each year:

• Line-up and check-in details will NOT be released early

⏰ Line-up Time:

• Begins at 12:00 PM

• Ends at 1:45 PM
  Late arrivals will not be included.

ENTRY IDENTIFICATION & JUDGING

Each entry must display:

• A poster, sign, or banner with your organization name and float/group name

• Your assigned parade number, clearly visible

If judges cannot see both, your entry will forfeit competition eligibility.

For judging purposes:

• Entries must follow the parade theme

• Non-themed entries will not be judged

PARADE RULES & SAFETY GUIDELINES

• Decorations, costumes, music, and performances must be family-friendly

• Any content deemed inappropriate or not in the spirit of the event may be removed at the discretion of JCI Petal members

• City ordinances prohibit throwing candy or favors

• Candy may be handed out

• No suckers or stick candy

• Performances that stop the parade must be 30 seconds or less

• No horses or live animals allowed

• No sitting on vehicle hoods or roofs

Walkers & Supervision

• 4 walkers required per vehicle

• 6 walkers required per float

• Walkers must be at least 16 years old

• Walkers help maintain crowd safety and distribute candy

• All children must be actively supervised by an adult

VEHICLES & ENTRIES

• Personal golf carts are allowed

• 2 carts per paid entry

• Must be decorated to theme

• Additional vehicles require separate registration

• Proof of insurance is required for all entries

LIABILITY & WEATHER

• JCI Petal is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or property damage

• All participants agree to hold harmless and indemnify JCI Petal

• The parade will proceed rain or shine

• All entries are non-refundable and non-transferable

• All Drivers may be subject to a breathalizer from the Petal Police Department. If the Police Department Pulls you from the parade there will be no refunds.

AWARDS & PRIZES

🏆 Three Awards Will Be Presented:

1. Best Use of Color

1. Luckiest Float (Most Iriosh Symbolism)

1. Best Walking / Performing Group

1. Jaycee’s Choice

Winners will be:

• Announced following the parade

• Posted on the JCI Petal Facebook page

ABOUT THE PETAL JAYCEES (JCI PETAL)

The Petal Jaycees are a local chapter of JCI USA, a 501(c)(4) organization dedicated to empowering young people to create positive change in their communities.

JCI focuses on leadership development through four key areas:

• Community Impact

• Individual Development

• Business & Management

• International Opportunity

Membership is open to individuals ages 18–40.
Funds raised through the parade directly support local Petal Jaycees projects and programs throughout the year.

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