St. Brigit Parade and Float Rules

Please watch out for each other and follow these rules exactly. Every member acknowledges (by signing the required waiver) that attending a parade or event is a hazardous activity. You assume any and all risks of injury, death or property damage and release the Krewe of St. Brigit of any liability whatsoever.

Parade Rules

• Walking during any parade is only allowed in front of the float. Do not pass the back corner of the float. Walking alongside the float is cautioned.
• Keep all drinks/beer in opaque cups. Glass containers are not allowed. The Tampa Police Department will be on alert.
• Don't walk too far in front of the float. Stay together. Each parade sponsor strongly encourages staying with your group. Watch out for other floats, units and obstructions in the road and around corners.
• Do not pick up any beads off the ground, ever. Always throw beads underhand. Believe it or not, it's best to make eye contact with someone as opposed to just randomly throwing into the crowds.
• No wearing of roller blades, skates, high heels or non-walking shoes allowed.
• Stay away from the crowd, they have been known to grab people & beads.
• Do not give or throw beads to police officers, parade marshals or other officials.

Float Rules

• No walking or standing is allowed in-between the tow vehicle and float for any reason, at any time. Stay at least a few feet from all sides of the vehicle and float at all times.
• Do not linger on or near the stairs, this is a passageway only.
• You must clean up all of your own trash before departing the float.
• No clear cups or clear containers for beer or drinks allowed, mask any liquor bottle. No glass containers.
• No smoking is allowed on or near the float.
• Stay far away from the tow vehicle and float around any turn, street narrowing/division, obstruction or bend etc. YBOR is a narrow parade route and you may get pinned/trapped.

General Rules of Conduct

• Please act professionally at all times, respect all officials, police and St. Brigit and host krewe marshals.
• Do not solicit at any time flashing or showing of any body parts for beads or otherwise.
• Do not flash the crowd at any time. Do not throw FOOD at the crowd.
• Members are responsible for monitoring their own alcohol consumption. Visibly intoxicated members will be assigned a permanent spot on the float and/or escorted away from the parade/event immediately.
• Watch out for your fellow members, avoid all other floats, vehicles and obstructions along the parade route and watch your step!
• Wear your full costume at all times, no modifications are allowed.
• Do not get involved, in any way, in any altercation or word exchange with the crowd or other Krewes/Officials.
• Do not return any comments directed at you or others. Walk away fast and speak with a parade marshal if you notice any suspicious/dangerous behavior.
• After the parade ends, stay together in groups and watch out for intoxicated attendees. Stay well away from any intoxicated person, do not involve yourself in any word exchange or altercation at any time. Stay in well lit areas.
• These rules are for your protection and are not all inclusive. Please stay in control at all times and constantly survey your surroundings. Think safety, watch out for your fellow Krewe members and have fun!