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Pinyons
Celebrate Nevada’s rugged landscape, natural beauty, and the deep roots of our high-desert home.
2026 Nevada Day Parade Theme
Pinyons, Pioneers
& Tall Tales
Celebrate the landscapes, trailblazers, and larger-than-life stories that shaped Elko and the Silver State.
2026 parade
Friday, October 30, 2026
Parade starts
11:00 a.m.
Location
Downtown Elko, Nevada
This year’s theme
Rooted in Nevada.
Made of stories.
“Pinyons, Pioneers, and Tall Tales” celebrates the natural beauty, brave beginnings, and unforgettable legends of northeastern Nevada.
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Pioneers
Honor the determined people—past and present—who built communities and blazed new trails.
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Tall Tales
Bring Nevada legends, folklore, local characters, and larger-than-life stories into the parade.
Elko tradition
Our community takes the street.
From marching bands and hometown groups to horses, wagons, and classic vehicles, the parade brings generations of Elko together downtown.
Parade route
Meet us
downtown.
The parade starts at 6th and Commercial, travels to 4th and Commercial, heads north to Idaho Street, continues east to 11th Street, and finishes in the Downtown Corridor.
Confirmed parade route
6th & Commercial
to the Downtown Corridor
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Start6th Street and Commercial Street
Commercial StreetTravel to 4th Street and Commercial Street
Turn northHead north to Idaho Street
Continue eastTravel east on Idaho Street to 11th Street
FinishEnd in the Downtown Corridor
Take part
Bring the theme
to life.
Interpret “Pinyons, Pioneers, and Tall Tales” with a float, marching group, equestrian entry, vehicle, or community organization. Complete the online application to enter the parade.
Parade entries
- Schools and youth groups
- Community organizations
- Businesses and civic groups
- Equestrian and vehicle entries
Know before you go
A great parade day starts here.
Check back for route updates, weather notes, road closures, and participation deadlines.
Arrive early
Allow extra time for temporary street closures and finding your viewing spot downtown.
Dress in layers
Elko’s fall weather can change quickly through the morning.
Keep the route clear
Stay behind marked viewing areas and supervise children closely.
Check for updates
Return here before parade day for the latest confirmed details.