Volunteers
Sign up today with your friends, family or co-workers. Below are volunteer job descriptions. A great way to be part of this wonderful holiday tradition!
Volunteers are needed until conclusion of the parade.
BALLOON HANDLERS
Adults 18 years old and older maybe be part of a team of 10-34 individuals. Bring gloves to protect your hands. Training will be provided the day of the event. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
BANNER & SIGN CARRIERS
Teams of 2 carry banners. Identification signs are carried by individuals wearing elf costumes (costumes provided).
Note: Parents and children could volunteer here as a team of banner carriers.
Requirement: Must be 10 years old and older and able to walk 1 mile.
LOGISTICS TEAM
Special training provided by parade director the week prior to parade.
Staging - help with set up and placement of units
Street Marshals - help with flow of parade, report problems
De-staging - help deflate balloons, collect banners
REGISTRATION TEAM
Help to pre-register volunteers by telephone prior to parade. On parade day, confirm assignments, distribute t-shirts and refreshments.
Sign up today!! Be part of the Oakland Holiday Parade Volunteer Dream Team!! We need you!
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Application
Driver Application
For more sponsorship information contact:
Phone: (510) 590-1107
Email: paradetime@gmail.com
Note: The Oakland Holiday Parade takes place RAIN or SHINE.
All volunteers must wear black pants. Volunteer sweatshirts will be provided for a uniform look down the parade route.
