Staging Information

This information is for parade entries.

The 2026 Staging Map will be placed here in December 2026.

Parade entry staging takes place at the parking lot located at 100 W. Franklin Avenue.

Be respectful to those who live in the area!

All entries have a staging number and position, emailed to entries in advance. You must arrive by 5:30 PM.

Please acquaint yourself with the area to assist with staging the day of the parade. Entries begin to stage at 3:00 PM. If you are not in your staging area by 5:30 PM, you will not be able to participate in the parade.

No last-minute or walk-up entries are allowed.

All entries must keep the area clean and free of trash and debris. Keep the area clean and be respectful to those around you. 

Entries cannot park vehicles that are not in the parade in the neighborhood. All non-parade vehicles must be parked outside of the parade route and outside of El Presidio Neighborhood.

Parking can be found throughout downtown. Visit Park Tucson for a list and map of locations, or download the downtown parking map.