Bradenton DeSoto Grand Parade
With over 150 entries, the De Soto Grand Parade is one of the largest and oldest parades in the Southeastern United States. Over 100,000 people line the streets of Bradenton to view the illuminated floats.
Time & Location
Apr 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Manatee Avenue West, Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL, USA
About the event
Get ready for one of the most exciting traditions of the season as we roll into Bradenton to celebrate the De Soto Grand Festival Parade! This is your chance to join the Krewe for a high-energy, unforgettable night filled with great company, glowing vibes, and plenty of fun along the parade route.
The cost to participate is $50 per person, which helps cover food, alcohol, and the float's transportation to Bradenton. All participants will receive their choice of a T-shirt or tank top, and while wearing it during the parade is encouraged (we like to look somewhat coordinated), feel free to deck yourself out with all the nighttime glow gear you can handle.
We highly encourage Krewemates to make a night of it and stay in Bradenton. We’ve secured a discounted room block at a local hotel to make things easy and keep the party going safely.
This event is…
Tickets
Parade
$50.00
+$1.75 CC Fee
+$1.29 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00