Parade Marshal Nomination

  • Oktoberfest Parade Marshal Nomination

    La Crosse Festivals Inc. (d/b/a Oktoberfest USA) accepts nominations for Parade Marshals through the third Monday in March for the current calendar year.

    If you know an individual who is deserving, involved, and would be a great fit in our community-focused organization, submit your nomination!

    Your nominee should be a person who:
    • has contributed positively to the good of the community through leadership and outstanding accomplishments
    • is someone of good character that is well-respected
    • is a resident for at least 10 years within 20-mile radius of La Crosse
    • is actively involved and well-known in La Crosse community
    • is well-known, well-liked, friendly and outgoing
    • has the time to devote to Oktoberfest activities!

    All entries must be received no later than the third Monday of March, annually. to be considered for the current year. The final selection is made by Parade Marshal Committee. The new Parade Marshals are announced at the Kick-Off Party in September each year.

    Eligible nominations shall remain active for three years from the date of the original nomination.
  • Your Information

    Please enter your contact information below. Your information will be kept in confidence and will only be used should we need further information about your nominee.
  • Parade Marshal Nominee Personal Information

    Please enter the nominee's personal information below.
  • Please choose the parade for your nominee to marshal.

  • Parade Marshal Nominee Biographical Information

    This section pertains to the nominees biographical information. You will be given an opportunity on the next page to enter information other than what is asked for on this page.
  • A spouse is not required for Parade Marshals

  • Please enter the current occupation of the nominee or the previous occupation if retired. You may also enter comments about other occupations in the comments field below.

  • Please enter information about the community / volunteer service of the nominee. You may also enter comments about other service in the comments field below.

  • Please enter information about the community / professional awards of the nominee. You may also enter comments about other community / professional awards in the comments field below.

  • Please enter information about the professional activities of the nominee. You may also enter comments about professional activities in the comments field below.

  • Other Comments & Information

  • Please tell us why the individual you have nominated should be a Parade Marshal.

  • Please let us know any other comments or information you have to help us in the selection process.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.