77th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade

Volunteer for the Parade

We need volunteers for the Thanksgiving Day Parade in the following areas:

• Balloon Handlers - you'll march in the parade, helping to guide giant helium balloons.
• Banner Carriers - you will carry banners introducing featured performers and floats.
• Parade Marshals - these are critical positions! You'll keep the parade moving, so if you like being in charge, this is the spot for you!
• Seating Ushers - you'll be the face of the City, greeting ticketed spectators in finding their way to seats in the special reserved area.
• ADA Ushers - will help our handicapped guests be seated for the parade.
• Back Lot - help entries in the back lot staging area.

Please note the following:

• All volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
• Parade Marshals must be at least 18 years old.
• Volunteers will work on Thursday, November 26 from 6:00 am to 11:00 am.

Mandatory Volunteer Training Sessions

All volunteer positions must attend one parade training session. Sessions will take place in the Legacy Room at City Hall at 901 Bagby Street.

• Session One - Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
• Session Two - Monday, November 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Sign up to volunteer and complete your participation waiver here:

https://form.jotform.com/262354898639072

Helpful Links

• 2026 Parade Application Form
• 2026 Grand Marshals
• 2026 Performers
• 2026 Sponsors
• Volunteer for the Parade
• Photo Galleries
• www.houstonspecialevents.org
• specialevents@houstontx.gov