2025 Marshal Volunteer Application

The Buffalo Juneteenth Parade is a vibrant celebration of freedom, history, and culture, bringing together over 4,000 participants in a showcase of community pride. To ensure a smooth and successful event, we rely on dedicated volunteers to serve as Parade Marshals. Marshals play a crucial role in assisting with lineup, maintaining parade flow, ensuring participants follow guidelines, and providing direction along the route. Volunteers must be available on June 14, 2025, from 8:00 AM until the parade concludes. Marshals also must attend the mandatory meetings listed below : March 29th (2:00 pm-3:30 pm at 1517 Genesee St.) May 17th, 21st, and the 31st (4:00 pm- 5:30 pm at 230 Moselle St). By serving as a Marshal, you help uphold the integrity of this cherished event and contribute to its continued success.

2025 Juneteenth Parade Waiver - Terms and Conditions By participating in the 2025 Juneteenth Parade, you (the "Participant") acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions: 1. General Agreement By submitting an entry into the parade, you agree to adhere to all rules, regulations, and guidelines set forth by the Juneteenth of Buffalo Parade Committee. Failure to comply with these rules may result in removal from the parade without a refund. 2. Release of Liability You agree to release, discharge, and hold harmless Juneteenth Festival, Inc., its employees, volunteers, sponsors, the City of Buffalo, and any other affiliates or organizers from any claims, injuries, losses, or damages (including property damage) arising out of or related to your participation in the parade. 3. Medical Treatment In the event of an emergency requiring medical attention, you authorize the Parade staff or volunteers to seek necessary medical treatment on your behalf. You also agree to bear all costs associated with such medical treatment. 4. Participant Responsibility Each entry is responsible for any damage caused to public or private property during the parade assembly, procession, and disbursement. The participant is also responsible for ensuring their area is kept clean along the parade route and that all materials are disposed of in accordance with City of Buffalo ordinances. 5. Safety and Compliance Participants agree to follow all safety instructions from Parade Marshals, Parade Staff, and the Buffalo Police. Non-compliance with safety guidelines or City of Buffalo laws may result in removal from the parade. 6. Image and Media Consent By participating, you grant permission to the Juneteenth of Buffalo Parade Committee and its affiliates to photograph, record, or videotape you and your entry during the parade. These images may be used for promotional purposes, media coverage, or archival purposes without compensation. 7. Performance and Behavior Participants agree to maintain appropriate behavior during the parade. This includes refraining from provocative attire, inappropriate language, or offensive music. Additionally, all performance pieces must be created with the movement of the parade in mind, and performers must adhere to the 30-second performance limit at designated viewing stations. 8. No Refunds There will be no refunds for any reason, including ejection from the parade for non-compliance with the rules or regulations. 9. Indemnification The undersigned group representative, hereby, release, and forever discharge Juneteenth Festival, Inc., its officers and directors, severally or jointly, the Juneteenth of Buffalo Parade Committee and all volunteers of all liability, claims actions, and probable causes of action which may accrue to any members of the groups from every and any loss, damage, and injury (including death) that may be sustained while participating in the parade." 10. Modification of Terms The Juneteenth Festival, Inc. reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Participants will be notified of any changes, and continued participation in the parade will indicate acceptance of these modified terms.