Parade ideas

Make some noise with a vibrant parade! From floats and bands to performers and local groups, plan a procession that wows the crowd.

Parade planning tips

Every great Parade starts with a spark of inspiration. Discover fresh ideas and expert advice to help you plan with confidence and creativity.

Steal the Spotlight with These Parade Float Entertainment Ideas

Parades are a vibrant and festive way to celebrate special events, holidays, or community milestones. One of the key highlights of any parade is the parade floats, which are often the centerpiece of the celebration. Parade entertainment is essential to make your float truly stand out, creating an unforgettable experience for all who watch.

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How to Plan a Fabulous Birthday Parade

At GigSalad, we’re all about making every celebration feel special, especially birthdays! One creative trend that rolled in during recent years and stuck around is the birthday parade. Whether you're surprising a friend or delighting your kiddo, we're here with fun ideas to help you plan a drive-by bash that's full of honks, cheers, and unforgettable memories.

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10 Helpful Questions for Parade Planners

Parades are a great way to celebrate holidays, honor someone special, raise awareness, or bring together a community. But there's a lot more to organizing a parade than most events you're likely to take on. Never fear! You've got this. Answer these 10 questions and you'll be well on your way to parade day!

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Find more ways to celebrate

Get other ideas for Community Events to inspire your current plans or save for future festivities.

10 Grand Opening Ideas to Attract New Customers

The big day is finally here. Your business officially opens, and it’s time to celebrate in style! A successful grand opening event is more than just a ribbon-cutting ceremony. It is your chance to create buzz, invite local supporters, and make a lasting first impression on potential customers. Whether you’re planning a lively party or a smaller soft launch to test things out, these grand opening event ideas will set the tone for a successful day.

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Featured booking options for Columbus, OH events:

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Flute Cocktail LLC

5.0 (54)
61 Verified bookings

  • Columbus, OH
  • Classical Ensemble
  • Starts at $300

Kathleen H. said “Our cellist arrived on-time and was very professions in appearance and manner. ”
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BonPiper

4.97 (33)
Top Performer
66 Verified bookings

  • Bellville, OH
  • Bagpiper
  • $200 – $500 per event

Kelsey H. said “This is the second time I've used BonPiper and both times he was been wonderful! I am a funeral director from a small town and finding someone to play the bagpipes is almost impossible. Matt is a...”
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Reptile Adventures

5.0 (41)
65 Verified bookings

  • New Holland, OH
  • Reptile Show
  • Contact for pricing

Lena H. said “They were very interactive, pleasant, communicative, Will definitely invite them back”
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Speed Sketchers 60 Second Caricatures

5.0 (13)
43 Verified bookings

  • Powell, OH
  • Caricaturist
  • $250 – $1,850 per event

Veronica said “Adam is phenomenal! Super chill! All my guests loved him! He drew all my 110 guests in 3 hours. He was a whole vibe! And made my birthday even more special! Thank you so much!”

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