Be part of one of the most vibrant and loved events of the Cooktown Discovery Festival.

The Regional Street Parade brings the streets to life with colour, creativity and community spirit. Whether you’re a local group, school, business or family — everyone is invited to join in the fun.

It’s free to enter, and the more the merrier!

Theme: Discover our Culture 

Bring the region to life by celebrating the people, places, wildlife, cultures and stories that make Cooktown and Cape York so unique.

Think bold, creative and fun — this is your chance to stand out.

Prizes to Be Won

There are great cash prizes across multiple categories:

• Best in Parade
  Overall best entry that captures the theme
• Best School
  Open to all local schools
• Best Community Group or Business
  Clubs, organisations and local businesses
• Most Creative Individual or Family
  For standout small group or solo entries