BE IN THE 2025
BLACK JOY PARADE
Every year, our parade is more than an event, it’s a powerful Black experience moving to the beat of our Black Joy. And this year, it’s your turn to be a part of it.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE FEB 6TH
APPLICATIONS CLOSE FEB 6TH
SO YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF THE PARADE?
Well, this is your access to the most vibrant, soulful, and Black cultural celebration in the Bay Area.
WHEN & WHERE?
When: Sunday, February 23, 2025
READY TO JOIN?
All parade participants must complete an application form. The Parade Team will review all applications before sending out official invitations. The application is your first step to be part of the Black Joy Parade!
PARADE CATEGORIES
BANDS
Includes all marching bands and drill teams.
SCHOOLS
All schools, public or private, from elementary to high school, alternative, etc.
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Nonprofits providing services that the community can benefit or enjoy.
SPECIALTY GROUPS
Groups that represent an art or entertainment outside of other categories.
PUBLIC SERVICE PROVIDERS
Private or Government-owned entities, Contact: parade@blackjoyparade.org
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Contact: joinus@blackjoyparade.org
PARADE FEES
To support parade day operations and bring spotlight to parade members, a fee is required per the below guidance:
ELECTED OFFICIALS/GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
$2500
NON-PROFIT WITH ANNUAL REVENUE UNDER $10 MILLION
$100
NON-PROFIT WITH ANNUAL REVENUE OVER $10 MILLION
$6,000
BUSINESSES WITH ANNUAL REVENUE UNDER $10 MILLION
$250
BUSINESSES WITH ANNUAL REVENUE OVER $10 MILLION
$12,000 ($15,000 for the first half of the procession)
*The parade fee is due upon acceptance into the parade.
pay it forward
pay it forward
Many of the organizations who participate in the parade are small local community organizations. Your donation will go towards helping a local organization with their fees to be in the parade.
WATCH THE 2023 LIVESTREAM
YOUR CHANCE TO WIN $$$
The Black Joy Parade “Best in Flow” award rewards local individuals, groups and organizations for bringing the most joy to the streets during the annual Black Joy Parade.
Each winner receives a Best in Flow certificate and a monetary grant so they can continue to spread joy in the community.
