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Parade Volunteers
We want you!
We are looking for volunteers, whether individually or in groups, to assist with the upcoming Parade. Please read the information below to find out how you can help. If you are interested in volunteering, let us know by completing the online sign-up form. Or, if you have questions not answered on this page, please contact our Volunteer Recruitment Director by Email or by phone at
(314) 241-PATS.
Primarily, we seek individuals, who are age 18 or over, to be Parade Marshals, but we also have limited availability of other positions (see below)
Basic duties of Parade Marshals:
- Answer questions from spectators. (Don't worry, we'll help you with answers to commonly asked questions.)
- "Be firm, but friendly" - You'll help keep the Parade Route clear of obstacles. For the safety of everyone, Parade Marshals will help maintain the curb line, preventing spectators from moving into the street.
- Be available from check-in at 10:00 AM, until 3:00 PM. (After some minor activities to return the streets to normal auto traffic, the Post-Parade Party will begin at the Parade Headquarters.)
- Be pleasant and helpful.
- Be willing to have fun. Most people who attend our Parade are well-behaved. So, your job is often not very difficult, meaning you'll have more fun.
Sign Me Up!
Click to complete our online sign-up form,
and we'll keep you in mind for this year's Parade
Other Available Volunteer Positions
Besides Parade Marshals, other positions can include Parade Route Setup, Balloon Handling, Disabled Viewing, Headquarters/Check In, and Logistics/Supply. The reporting time and time commitment differ from the information given above for Parade Marshals. Please inquire about these alternate positions, or list it as a choice on the application form, if you are interested. Since these positions are limited, no guarantees are made.
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Volunteering Details
Parade Marshals are invited to the Kickoff Party, and, of course, be present on Parade day (Saturday, March 14, 2009) from 10:00 AM through 3:00 PM.
On Parade day, volunteers will check in at the Parade Headquarters, then will be assigned to an area along the Parade route. We'll provide transportation to your assigned area, should it be farther than walking distance. Block Captains oversee each area, to help address questions and other issues that arise throughout the day.
The Parade Headquarters is located at the Hilton at the Ballpark, 1 Broadway at Market Street. We are back in our old location this year. Upon entering, follow the signs to the Lindbergh Room, which is near the Walnut Street entrance.
Volunteers will be provided with complimentary parking on Parade day (see information below). After checking in at the Headquarters, shuttles will take volunteers to their designated block location.
See the Volunteering FAQ, below, for further details.
Event Summary: What, When, Where
| Event |
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Date/Time |
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Location |
| Kickoff Party |
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Thursday, February 26
8:00 PM |
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Maggie O'Brien's Restaurant
Market and 20th Streets, Downtown St. Louis |
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| Check-In |
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Saturday, March 14
10:00 AM |
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Parade Headquarters
Lindbergh Room (click for map of hotel)
Hilton at the Ballpark |
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| Parade |
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Saturday, March 14
12:00 Noon |
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At designated volunteer location |
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Post-Parade
Party |
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Saturday, March 14
approx 3:30 PM |
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Parade Headquarters |
Volunteering FAQ
(Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: What is the Kickoff Party?
A: This free social event is a way for volunteers, old and new, to meet prior to Parade Day. You'll get to meet Block Captains and other Parade officials, learn what is new about this year's event, and reconnect with friends you might have met in previous years
Q: If I can't make the Kickoff Party, can I still volunteer?
A: Definitely! You can still volunteer, but we hope you can make the Party. If you miss it, we suggest that you contact our volunteer coordinator to receive any important information that is missed.
Q: On parade day, where do I check-in?
A: At 10:00 AM on Parade Dday, all volunteers should arrive at the Parade Headquarters, which is at the Hilton at the Ballpark. The Headquarters staff will check you in, answer any last minute questions, and assist with getting you to your designated volunteer location.
Q: Where should I park?
A: Volunteer parking will be at the AT&T Garage (click for map) on Pine and 11th Streets. You will need a Parade-provided pass in order to enter the garage. If you do not receive one before Parade Day, just stop in at the Parade Headquarters prior to heading to the garage.
Q: How long will I be needed on Parade Day?
A: We ask that all Parade Marshal volunteers check in at the Headquarters at 10:00 AM. (Those in other positions will be informed of their check-in time by their area leader.) You will be assigned to a street location and then transported by shuttle to your designated location along the parade route. The Parade begins at Noon. After the Parade conclusion passes your volunteer area, you'll be needed for some minor cleanup to return the street to regular traffic. Your block captain will coordinate this effort and then release you to return to the Headquarters, where the Post-Parade Party will be held. Your volunteer commitment will end about 3:00 PM.
Q: Will food or beverage provided to the Parade Volunteers?
A: We suggest that you have breakfast, on your own, prior to your arrival at the Headquarters. Throughout the day, hot and cold beverages, as well as sandwiches and chips, will be delivered by cart to volunteers on the parade route. After the Parade, a post-parade party, including food and drink, will be held in the Headquarters.
Q: Am I allowed to drink alcoholic beverages while volunteering?
A: Volunteers are NOT allowed to consume alcohol while performing their volunteer duties. We strive to run a family-friendly event, so we cannot have intoxicated volunteers representing our event. After the Parade is over, you are free to consume "adult" beverages.
Q: Name three things I'll wish I'd brought with me to volunteer on Parade day.
A: This would depend on the weather. For a cold day, you'll want to bring a warm hat, warm gloves, and warm shoes. For a sunny day, you'll want to bring sunglasses, suntan lotion, and a hat for shade. Remember - the parade goes on rain, shine, or snow.
Q: Is there a dress code?
A: We ask that you not wear a lot of green clothing. We're not party-poopers, we just want you to stand out better in a crowd. To aid in this, we will furnish a Parade Marshal jacket, to be worn over your own clothing, so that you are recognizable as being a Parade official. It must be returned at the end of the day, so that we can clean and re-use them the following year.
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