Information of Events 41st Annual Corona Cinco de Mayo Parade and Fiesta Saturday, May 5, 2012 (Rain date – Saturday, May 12, 2012)
QUEEN CONTEST Contestants must be between the ages of 16–20 and living in Corona, Norco, or Eastvale. Money raised by the contestants through the sale of raffle tickets, sponsorships, etc., will be used for future scholarship awards.
The contestant who raises the most monies will be crowned Queen of the parade and fiesta during a special coronation dance held on Saturday, April 28, 2012. The Queen, 1st and 2nd Runner-ups will receive a trophy, sash, bouquet of flowers, and a gift bag. The Queen will receive a $300 cash prize. This is a great opportunity for young ladies to build their self-confidence and give back to the community. If you are interested, an orientation meeting will be held at the Corona Public Library (High Sierra Room) on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. If you have any questions, contact Regina Medina at (951) 256-6684. Download the application
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS Proceeds that are raised from the Queen Contest and various other fundraising events are used to award scholarships to high school seniors graduating from the Corona-Norco Unified School District. The Committee is in partnership with the Riverside Community Foundation who oversees the distribution of the scholarships to the recipient’s choice of college. Applications are available at all high schools within the Corona-Norco Unified School District. If you have any questions, contact your school counselor or call Andrea Bosquez at (951) 817-1145.
PARADE We invite all local youth groups, church groups, dance groups, businesses, equestrians, and car clubs to participate in this colorful and enjoyable parade for the whole family. The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at the corner of Sixth and Merrill Streets, heads east on Sixth Street, and ends at the Corona City Park (Rimpau Ave). If you have any questions, contact Billy Montoya at (951) 529-5819. Download the application
FIESTA Businesses and non-profit organizations are welcome to participate in the fiesta by having a booth. Advertise your business or organization by selling your product or providing information about your business or organization. The fiesta begins at the conclusion of the parade (normally around 11:00 a.m.) and ends at 6:00 p.m. Entertainment will be provided throughout the day. If you have any questions, contact Robert Brambila at (951) 314-9450. Download the application
HORSE SHOE TOURNAMENT Check-in time is at 10:30 a.m. Tournament will begin at 11:00 a.m. See rules at check-in table. Early registration is highly recommended; we only have space for 16 teams. Spots not filled will be sold at the day of event, on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event of rain, the event will take place on Saturday, May 12, 2012. Since “No Refunds” will be given, please plan on being available on both dates. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. If you have any questions, contact Billy Montoya at (951) 529-5819. Download the application.
CAR SHOW / EXHIBIT A car show exhibit will be held at the Corona City Park in the ball field area. What a great way to show off your hot rod, low-rider, antique car, bike or motorcycle. Come and see these beautiful exhibits of chrome, color, and sparkles; the work of art of the proud owners. If you have any questions, contact Mike Kulick at (951) 999-0643. Download the Car Show Application.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED If you need community service hours, we can use your help. The following are areas where you may volunteer: Parade staging – 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Parade Route – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Fiesta set-up – 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Fiesta tear-down – 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Kid’s Zone - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (we will assign 2 hour slots) Download the Volunteer Permission Slip. If you have any questions, contact Consuelo Arias at (951) 537-7874.
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