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.
