Kids and Kritters Parade
SAT, JAN 24, 2026
Casino Beach parking lot

The parade grounds are located adjacent to the Pensacola Beach Visitor Information Center, and the Beach Ball Water Tower in the Casino Beach parking lot. The Casino Beach lot is just south of the traffic light on Pensacola Beach.

The parade grounds open at noon for spectators to enjoy the featured guests and get a good viewing spot inside the barricades.

Registration opens at 1 p.m. and everyone is welcome to join the parade. You must register, but kids (and other people) are free. Pets are $10 each. Parade entrants must be in costume and must provide their own throws. No candy, no paper coupons.

The pre-parade dance show kicks off at 1:30 p.m. with the Dancingly Yours dance showcase under the direction of Monette Hodges.

The parade, which is a walking procession begins at 2 p.m. with the presentation of the Krewe of Kids’ royal court, followed by the National Anthem.

Prizes for the top three Costumed Kritters, and the top three mini floats.
Mini Floats can be constructed on a wagon, stroller, luggage cart or anything that can be pushed or pulled. No bicycles, skateboards or motorized entries.

Spectators should bring a bag to haul home their beads and trinkets. There is no charge to attend and parking is free.

kanakparade@gmail.com