Colmo del Rodeo Parade
In 2010 the Colmo Parade will grace the streets of Old Town Salinas and commemorate what was once the greatest parade of the West!
As the California Rodeo was first produced in 1911, so was the first informal night parade. The paraded was organized by local townsfolk, and included decorated automobiles that would drive down Main St. Salinas to wrap up Big Week festivities. Later in 1913 the parade was formalized as the “El Colmado del Rodeo” meaning “climax of the rodeo.” At this time the “El Colmado del Rodeo” was recognized as the largest and greatest night-lighted parade west of the Mississippi. The name “El Colmado del Rodeo” was later shortened to “Colmo del Rodeo” or “Colmo”. Sadly, after the 1985 Big Week, the Colmo was eliminated from Rodeo activities, though a few years later in 1987 it was brought back and was a part of the Saturday horse parade. That was the last time the Colmo was held, until now.
The Colmo Parade will take to the streets Saturday night, July 10, 2010. Join us and be a part of history by celebrating 100 years of Tradition with the California Rodeo!
Colmo del Rodeo Parade Guidelines
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Colmo del Rodeo Parade Sponsorship Opportunities
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