Register today to have a float or be a vendor at the Poinsettia events

Published on October 02, 2023

NORTH PORT, FL - The Parks & Recreation Department is inviting organizations, individuals and businesses to submit their applications for a parade unit in the annual Poinsettia Parade, presented by Quality TV. The parade, an annual North Port tradition, will be held on Dec. 2, 2023 at 5 p.m. Spectator admission and parking are both free and this year’s theme is “North Port Holidays Around the World”. 

The Poinsettia Parade will travel south down Sumter Blvd., ending at the City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd., where the Poinsettia Festival, presented by Achieva Credit Union, will be held before and after the parade from 4 – 8 p.m.  In the past, the parade has featured more than 50 units, including local businesses and organizations. The fee for parade participants is $30. There is no charge for governmental entities, active U.S. military and qualifying nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status.  Those interested in participating can complete a parade unit application online or in person at either the Morgan Family Community Center or the George Mullen Activity Center.

The Poinsettia Festival will feature the annual tree lighting ceremony as well as mobile food vendors, entertainment, attractions, merchandise vendors, and much more. Businesses or organizations that would like to be involved are invited to complete a vendor registration form.

For more information, visit NorthPortFL.gov/Poinsettia or like and follow the Parks & Recreation Facebook page. 

Sponsorship opportunities

Sponsors not only gain great visibility throughout the community but also receive exceptional marketing benefits. For more information on how you can sponsor the Poinsettia Parade or Festival, please contact Kimberly Lencki, Community Partnership & Engagement Manager, at 941-429-7143 or email KLencki@NorthPortFL.gov.