Photograph the Solstice Parade

Every year we have an outstanding number of requests to photograph the Fremont Solstice Parade.

We love that you are interested in photographing the 22nd Annual Fremont Solstice Parade & that you’d like to be part of this fantastic street theater event.


Here are the guidelines for becoming a Fremont Solstice Parade Photographer and earning a “Press Pass” to take photos from the street.

DURING THE PARADE please adhere to the following guidelines:

√  Follow the instructions of the parade monitors.

√  Follow all official parade rules, including no printed logos or words on your clothing or costume.

√   Do not obstruct the view of spectators watching the parade from their positions on the side of the parade route.

√  Do not obstruct, interfere with, or get in the way of parade ensembles, bands, floats or impede their progression along parade route.

√  Do not to interfere with the performer’s freedom of movement and be aware of their need for adequate space to safely do their performances. SHOOT AT YOUR OWN RISK. Everyone in the parade is wrapped in the ecstasy of artful human expression. THEY ARE NOT WATCHING OUT FOR YOU.

√  Costumes are encouraged; you are within the theater after all, make the most of it!

√  Act in a courteous, respectful and professional manner while being near, and around the parade.

√  Respect and abide by all local and federal laws.



All photographers who would like to earn a “Press Pass” MUST:

◊ Attend the MANDATORY meeting on

Saturday June 12th at 9am, at the Power House


◊ Turn in a signed copy of the Photographers Agreement

◊ Turn in a cd with 25 of your best parade photos, no later than one month following the parade.


Press Passes are ONLY distributed to eligible photographers on parade day, at the Registration table.