2026 Sundown Parade
Join the Parade.
Become the center of attention on your very own float at the 2026 Sundown Parade, Friday, May 29, 2026, at 6:30 PM
We’re excited to see what creative, themed ideas you have to celebrate Riverfest and the Wichita community!
Applications will be reviewed based on creativity as it relates to our parade theme and the Wichita community as a whole. Those that are chosen to appear in the parade have a chance at awards from $1,000 to $500 across five categories. So what are you waiting for?!
Find 2026 Sundown Parade entry guidelines, rules, float criteria, and more in our Parade Application. If you’d like to fill out the application on paper, click the link here. Return to Wichita Festivals Inc. prior to deadline.
If you have any additional questions, please contact Wichita Festivals, Inc. at (316) 267-2817, ext. 12 or by email at lindsay@wichitafestivals.com.
| Award Categories | |
|---|---|
| Admiral’s Trophy Best of Show | $1,000 |
| Lt. Jack Galvin Award People’s Choice | $1,000 |
| Best Use of Theme | $500 |
| Best Performance by a Band | $500 |
| Most Creative | $500 |
