Spectators have chosen their favorites in the 2026 Nevada Day Parade Decorating Contest, and the winners of the Pre-Carved Pumpkin Contest have been announced. This year’s People’s Choice winners include local schools, youth groups, service organizations, businesses and the announcer stands that kept the crowd cheering along the route.
The 88th Nevada Day Parade rolled through Carson City on Oct. 31 under this year’s theme, “Pumpkins, Pioneers & Tall Tales.”
Spectators cast their votes on NevadaDay.com and in the Nevada Day app. Each person’s vote counted only once: ballots from anyone who submitted more than once were removed before the final count.
“Every float, band, and stand in this parade is built by people who love Nevada,” said Jennell Peck, President of Nevada Day Inc. “Thank you to every entry that decorated, and to everyone who voted. The community picked these winners, and that’s what makes it special.”
Nevada Day Inc. thanks all 2026 parade entries, volunteers, sponsors, and spectators. Planning for the 89th Nevada Day Parade is already underway.
About Nevada Day Inc.
Nevada Day Inc. is a Carson City-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit run by volunteers. It produces the annual Nevada Day Parade, honoring Nevada’s admission to the Union on October 31, 1864. It also hosts community events throughout the year this year, including the Freedom Cruise, Soapbox Derby, Easter Egg Hunt and Rock Drill and Beard Contest. Official Nevada Day merchandise is sold at the Nevada Day Gift Shop, 508 N. Curry St., Carson City, and online at NevadaDay.com. All proceeds support the organization.
