May 9: Helldorado Days Parade

May 15, 2026, is the 121st anniversary of the land auction in 1905, which marks the beginning of Las Vegas.  The Helldorado Days Parade, formerly known as the Las Vegas Days Parade, or simply Helldorado, is held in mid-May each year and celebrates the city’s western roots. 

The parade usually includes floats, high school marching bands, cowboys and cowgirls on horseback, costumed dancers, car clubs, nonprofits, and more. In past years, an independent panel of judges decided on the award winners for the best entry, most creative, best theme, best float, best equestrian entry, best car club or motorized vehicle, best marching band and best walking group. The parade was created in 1935 and is sponsored by the Commission for the Las Vegas Centennial.

Helldorado Days Parade
Saturday, May 9, 2026
10 a.m. to noon
FREE

Parade Start:
Gass Avenue and S. 4th St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101

Parade End:
Stewart Avenue and N. 4th St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101

• Helldorado Days Parade
• Parade Route Map