Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) is now accepting entries for the 2023 homecoming parade. The parade will take place on Saturday, Oct. 7 at 1:30 p.m. on Main Street in Weatherford. This year, the parade’s theme is “Paint the Town Blue.”
Parade entries are due by noon on Wednesday, Sept. 27.
All float entries will be eligible to compete for prize money. The first-place float will be awarded $1,500, second place will receive $1,000, and third place will receive $700. Floats will be judged by originality, design, and quality of construction, mechanics, and application of the homecoming theme, all in comparison to other float entries.
“If you are looking for a great way to show your Bulldog Pride and community spirit, join us for the SWOSU homecoming parade! We are anticipating a great parade that will be fun for the whole family. This year’s theme lends itself to creativity and we cannot wait to see all the entries,” said Dr. J. Boone Clemmons the Assistant Vice President of Public Relations and Marketing.
The entry form for this year’s parade can be completed online. All floats, queens, and units should complete the following entry form: https:// swosu.jotform.com/forms/ homecoming-parade.
Marching band entries should complete the band entry form: https://swosu.jotform. com/232395479086065.
For more information regarding the SWOSU Homecoming Parade, please contact the Public Relations and Marketing Office at 580-77743066 or visit https://www. swosu.edu/homecoming/.
