Following are presentations from past Parade Workshops to aid you as you plan and create your floats, costumes, performances, props and other elements for your great entry. With these tips and your creativity, your group might win a coveted Parade award.

2008 Parade Workshop (PDF File)

2008 Parade: Kickoff Presentation (PDF File)

Float Building Information

Lighting and Other Electrical Information

How to Build a Balloon Arch

There is also a wealth of information available from the Krewe of Olympus - Texas, including presentations on music selection and planning performances.

A to Z Events rents floats designed to your specifications, complete with a driver, and sells float kits for groups building their own floats. Many groups participating in the Pride Parade have taken advantage of their services over the years.

Pride Houston wishes to thank A to Z Events for donating a float for us to use in the Austin Pride Parade.

For more information about A to Z Events, see their website.

Fashionable Events offers a variety of event production services for various occasions. For more information, Contact Gene at 713-864-9167, or Email at generuple@fashionableevents.com.

Texas Shirt Company offers targeted, effective promotional items that will help you build your brand. Solutions include custom embroidery, printed shirts, gifts, and awards. Volume shirt discounts are available, and the ordering process is easy. If you need help, call Texas Shirt Company at 713-802-0369, or Email Brian at brian@txshirts.com

For more information about Texas Shirt Company, see their website.