Deadlines to Know

The Winter Carnival Committee will review and approve applications weekly. The application deadline is January 19, 2026. Qualifying entries will be approved on a first-come, first-served basis until we fill the 30-entry maximum.

Entries on the waiting list will be notified regarding approval by January 23.

Important Reminders

  • The check-in location will be at McCall-Donnelly High School at the corner of Stibnite Street and Mission Street. 
  • Check-in time is from 10:00–11 a.m. When you arrive, please enter the school parking lot from Mission Street. To be on the announcer’s list, you must be at check-in. You will receive an entry number, then the parade team will direct you to your line-up position.
  • The parade begins at 12 p.m. A copy of the parade route will be given to all entrants.

Winter Carnival Parade FAQ

The parade will be limited to 30 entries.

Political entries are not accepted at this time.

Please include details on how you will be decorating your float/entry in your application, as decorations are required. Entries without decorations will not be accepted. We encourage entries to follow the Winter Carnival theme and/or have Mardi Gras themed decorations.

Only single-wrapped candy may be distributed. Candy CANNOT be thrown and must be handed directly to spectators. Beads or small promotional items can be handed out as well. We suggest assigning an individual(s) to walk alongside your float to hand out items to the crowd.

10-11am: Set up near Mission Street (McCall Donnelly High School or Forest Service Office)

12pm: Parade begins from Stibnite St.

1pm: Floats will arrive back to Mission St.

*This schedule is a general estimation – a specific set up time and location will be assigned to your entry prior to parade day.

Fill Out the Parade Entry Form

Have a Question?

Please contact us at wintercarnival@mccallchamber.org