Backstreet dance, Cairns

cairns festival Parade 2025

applications are now open! 

Saturday 30th august 2025 

Backstreet Dance are excited to enter the 2025 Cairns Festival Grand Parade as STREET PERFORMERS!!!

We have entered the Festival over 9 times now and our mission is the same:

To continue to WOW all of Cairns with our buzzing beaming energy we are so well known for!!

 

who can APPLY:

Currently enrolled students and who will be enrolled in Term 3 2025

Any student who is enrolled in a Preteen or Teen or Adult class

WHEN TO APPLY:

Before Saturday 23rd August at midday

 

Festival Parade Date:

Saturday 30th August 2025

The Parade starts at 5.30pm

(meet Deb by 5pm on the day)

 

Rehearsal/Briefing Date:

Upon submitting this form, please be aware that it is compulsory to attend a full dress rehearsal at the studio (including approving of your full costume/outfit) and an important Parent Briefing for the Preteen Students

Friday 29th August 

4.30pm to 5.45pm – All Preteen Students rehearse in this time (last 15 mins for the Parent Brief)

5.30pm to 6.45pm – All Teen & Adults rehearse in this time (includes a brief at 5.30pm with ALL performers)

NOTE TO ALL: Bring a filming device eg. phone/ipad so you can practice the choreo after your rehearsal.

 

What is the Cost:

This is a not-for-profit event for Backstreet.

We purely want to give you the opportunity to perform and contribute to the Cairns Community.

We do not charge for the dance rehearsal or the Festival.

The only purchase needed is a Backstreet blue shirt from our dancewear range & purchase accessories to match the theme

(more details below):

 

Costume Requirement:

 

The Theme: BOTANICAL BACKSTREET! What does this mean? Representing the beautiful rainforest we live in.

The focus will be: Greenery, blue flowers and blue ulysses butterflies.

 

TOP: Wear at least one Backstreet logo top/singlet in the colour of BLUE.

This is not a half black or blue top but the top must be FULLY BLUE!!!

ACCESSORIES: Decorate your outfit:
With green leaves, vines and blue flowers and/or blue butterflies. Eg. flowers in hair, blue wings.

Our colours are: BLACK, WHITE, SILVER, AND UNIQUE BACKSTREET BLUE.

Green can ONLY be used for putting leaves/vines on your outfit and not be used for skirts, etc.

If unsure of the shade of blue, can text a picture to Deb on 0407 995 182 for approval. Avoid navy blue and pastille blue. Best way is to match the blue item with the Backstreet top – it must match.

 

LEGGINGS: Wear black on your legs:
Eg. black tights/black pants/black lycra shorts (if wearing shorts, must wear with shimmers). No print or other branded logos on them eg. Nike. But can have Backstreet Dance leggings.

 

SHOES: Wear white / silver / black shoes of any brand or style.

Ensure they are comfortable to dance/walk in. They can be a mix of white/silver/black.

You can wear light up shoes but the lights must be lit up with Blue lights.

Please note that if you have a symbol or design on your shoes – it must be of the colours above.

 

FACE: Decorate your face to match the theme.

Can use face jewels or face paint. eg. butterfly on your cheek, blue flower stickers on your cheeks.
In additions: Red lips or blue lipstick must be worn for females. Males – decoration on face

 

Submit Application form
Submit Application form

FESTIVAL PARADE

Parade

2025 CAIRNS FESTIVAL GRAND PARADE APPLICATION FORM

 

IMPORTANT: Please submit this form BEFORE midday on Saturday 23rd August 2025

 

By signing this form, you agree and understand the following expectations set by Backstreet Dance and the Cairns Regional Council: ENSURE TO TAKE THE TIME TO READ THE FOLLOWING:

  • I understand that if I am a Parent/Guardian of a student in a Preteen class, I am required to attend the compulsory safety briefing on Friday 29th August.
  • I understand that the choreography will be at a beginner level and repetitive to suit the moving Parade.
  • I understand that, as a student, I must attend the compulsory rehearsal. If I don’t turn up, I understand I am NOT allowed to participate in the Festival Parade.
  • I understand that I am responsible for purchasing my own Backstreet Dancewear and accessories to match the theme of the Parade (as outlined on the website) .
  • I must put a lot of love and creative effort into my costume and presentation
  • I understand that whatever items I bring with me on the day of the Festival must be carried on my body. Items cannot be given to Teachers as they will be dancing. Best to bring disposable drink bottles and throwaway snacks. NOTE: Mobile phones will be put in a small box and put in Jeff's car and collected at the end of the Parade.
  • I understand if the Festival does not go ahead due to being out of Backstreet Dance's control, that I will not hold Backstreet Dance liable for any purchases I've made, etc.
  • I understand that if I am a Preteen student,  once the Parade reaches the end of the Esplanade, a Parent/Adult Guardian must meet me IMMEDIATELY at the finishing point (which will be shared closer to the date) and get signed off by the Dance Director, Deborah before going home/being released.
  • I understand that if I am a student of a Teen or Adult class , I do not have to be signed off by the Director at the end of the Parade and am allowed to leave at my own will.
  • I understand that I will be representing Backstreet Dance at the Festival and that I will be on my best behaviour. I will be responsible and respect others around me at all times. I understand that if my behaviour is not appropriate, I can be asked to be removed from the Parade immediately.
  • I understand that if I am still wearing the Backstreet uniform AFTER the Parade is finished, I still represent the Backstreet's image, therefore I will ensure my behaviour and attitude aligns with the philosophy and values of Backstreet Dance.
  • I will not hold Backstreet Dance (including its staff and volunteers) or the Cairns Regional Council liable for any injuries or loss of property.
  • I understand that I will receive more information at the rehearsal in regards to extra information that the Cairns Regional Council release about our starting and finishing point
  • I understand that I must come FULLY dressed on Friday 29th August so my costume can be approved
  • I understand that naked flame, spraying/squirting water, throwing objects, consumption of alcoholic beverages, use of glass items is strictly prohibited.
  • I understand that as a Parade participant I must promptly comply with any instructions given by any member of the Cairns Regional Council, the Parade Co-Ordinator (Deborah Storer) and/or other Backstreet staff members/volunteers and abuse is not tolerated.
  • I understand that participating in the Parade is done at my own risk and I must take responsibility for my own personal health and safety.
  • I understand that by signing this form I agree to the Cairns Regional Council's Terms and Conditions for the Cairns Festival Parade which can be found HERE
  • I understand that failure to comply with the Terms and Conditions stated, may result in exclusion from participation in the Parade by the Cairns Regional Council and/or Backstreet Dance.

Please complete all details below. Thank you

If UNDER 18yo – BOTH student and a Parent/Guardian must sign:

We look forward to having you as part of the Cairns Festival Parade.