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We are now accepting applications for the 2008 Chesapeake Energy Parade of Lights presented by CHASE, is scheduled for Friday, November 28, 2008.

2008 Parade Application

Please review our Parade Policies prior to applying as you will be responsible for all information contained therein.

By applying for and being accepted into the Chesapeake Energy Parade of Lights, you agree to abide by these policies, and allow Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives, Inc., or its assignees, to use your entry, its likeness and the likeness of any and all entry participants in any future promotional or marketing materials.

This year our panel of judges will present the following awards:

· GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Trophy awarded for the best overall entry, commercial or non-commercial, selected following the parade. This entry must be of a holiday nature.

· COWTOWN SPIRIT AWARD: Equestrian entries

· HOLIDAY SPIRIT AWARD: Vehicles.

· FOUNDERS AWARD: Commercial floats

· FOUNDERS AWARD, Non Commercial: Non-commercial Floats.

· CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD: Marching Units and Walkers (not Marching Bands).

· MUSIC AWARD: Bands and live musicians.

· DIRECTOR’S CHOICE: Overall award by Downtown Merchants

· PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD: Selected by at-large Parade Spectators along the route.

· BEST OF CLASS AND HONORABLE MENTION: May be chosen in each category. All winners will receive award ribbons.