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| Rainbow Entries (Judged)
| The Rainbow Division is structured to include charity organizations those
whose primary service and purpose is religious, educational, and arts,
human care, elderly care, and handicapped care, including food
pantries, health and hospice housing. You must have a letter from your
state proving you are a 501(c)3 organization. Tax Exemption letters
will NOT be accepted as proof. There is a $50 entry fee.
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| Family, Organization, Sports Teams, Youth Groups (Judged)
| This division is structured to include family groups, organized groups (such
as Red Hat Society, VFW organizations, dog clubs, etc.) and youth
groups (sports teams & scout packs, including those with
501(c)3 status). There is a $50 entry fee.
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| Motorized Units (Not Judged)
| This division includes all car clubs, motor cycle clubs, fire engines, etc
(except 501(c)3 organizations). There is a $50 entry fee.
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| Commercial Entries (Not Judged)
| The whole objective of the parade is to entertain. We strongly encourage
your entry to include music, either live or amlified. The commercial
division is structured to include any organization operating for a
profit. There is a $150 entry fee. |
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| Parade Bands (Judged)
| There is no entry fee for your participation.
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| Drill Team Entries (Judged)
| There is no entry fee for your participation.
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| High School Invitational Spirit Award (Judged)
| This division is open to accredited high school clubs and organizations.
These include High Schools from North Kansas City, Winnetonka, Oak
Park, Park Hill, Park Hill South, Excelsior Springs, Kearney,
Smithville, Platte County, Liberty and St. Pius. There is a $25 entry
fee
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| Grand Marshal Celebration
| This event will be held on Thursday February 24th 6pm at
Finnigan's Hall, 505 East 18th, N. Kansas City, MO. The cost is $200
per table, for this fun mingling atmosphere. Tickets are available by
calling 816-421-4438. This is a wine, beer, and dine event.
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| Concessions Application
| Concessions will be on the eastside of Fayette and North of 18th
Street. There is a fee of $200.00 for Commercial concessions and $100
for Non-Profit concessions.
ALL VENDORS - Click HERE for IMPORTANT MANDATORY REGISTRATION CHANGES !!!
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| Lads & Lassies Contest
| Show your Irish spirit and enter this year's contest. If you're between the
ages of 2 and 7 and reside in Clay or Platte counties, dress
up in green or your favorite Irish apparel and vie for the Lad or
Lassie Title. Open to boys and Girls in two age categories: 2 - 4 years
and 5 - 7 years. Entries are available by calling 816-421-4438.
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| Festivals Grounds Information
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following the parade families are entertained at the festival grounds
which are open from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The festival grounds are
bordered by Armour Road on the north and 18th Avenue on the south,
Fayette on the west and Howell on the east. One of the great features
of the festival is that nearly every activity for kids and adults is free,
thanks to many wonderful sponsors. Thrill seekers can purchase tickets
for exciting carnival rides. Arts & crafts enthusiasts can buy
original art. The hungry and thirsty can satisfy their appetites by
buying food and beverages either at the festival or the many
restaurants and bars nearby. Race fans can view over 50 racecars on
display. The children's square features free pony
rides, petting zoo, and kids' live stage entertainment. This is a
wonderful way to break the doldrums of winter's cabin fever. So please
join us and have an Irish good time!
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