SCI 3.2 is one of only 3 parade float building companies in the US and Canada and since 1977 they have been dazzling their clients and audiences at parades and festivals all over North America. SCI 3.2 floats coming in a variety of styles, sizes, features, and budgets. Many floats use animation or special effects to engage all of the senses of parade attendees, as well as, broadcast audiences. Floats may be inflated, or floral, built on a motorized chassis, or powered by cyclists, be sculpted wonders or beautifully decorated mobile structures designed to showcase the festival’s Queen and her court.
Over the years, SCI 3.2 floats have amazed and entertained audiences in Philadelphia, Spokane, Pasadena, Seattle, San Antonio, Chicago, Phoenix, Tampa Bay, Washington DC, Portland, Calgary, and even Amman Jordan.
Not only do parade floats have to be visually spectacular they also must be built on a solid framework to create a functional and safe, mobile presentation. To get a better idea of what is involved in building a parade float please take a few minutes and review the slideshow featured here. You can also watch a video of an animated float as it moves along the parade route.
You can see ten years of Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade floats here. Enjoy!
If you have questions or would like to speak to our creative staff about your festival challenges please call us or use our contact us form to send us an email. We would be thrilled to talk to you about your particular needs.