Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade

PLEASE NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change based on city and state health regulations. A final, more detailed itinerary will be emailed to all registered attendees closer to the event date. 

There is a considerable amount of walking for performers and spectators.  Please keep this in mind when considering this event.  

MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024: Early Arrival Day

• For those arriving early*, on-site registration is available at select times throughout the day. Times will be included in confirmation packet upon registration.
  • * additional costs apply

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024: Arrival Day!

• Arrive in Honolulu, HI and arrival to the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa!
• Registration is available throughout the day.

PLEASE NOTE: Flights to Honolulu and airport transfers are NOT INCLUDED in the cost of the performance package. 

 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2024: Day 1 of Exploring!

• Part of the group will take a Tour of Pearl Harbor!  Trip includes visit to the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center and the USS Missouri.
  • Tickets for the boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial are not included and must be purchased individually.
• Part of the group will have morning or early afternoon rehearsal.
• Part of the group will enjoy a free day to explore around Waikiki Beach!

*Attendees will be split into groups in late October based on enrollments.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2024: Day 2 of Exploring!

• Part of the will take a Tour of Pearl Harbor!  Trip includes visit to the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center and the USS Missouri.
  • Tickets for the boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial are not included and must be purchased individually.
• Part of the group will have morning or early afternoon rehearsal.
• Part of the group will enjoy a free day!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2024: Day 3 of exploring!

• Part of the group will take a Tour of Pearl Harbor!  Trip includes visit to the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center and the USS Missouri.
  • Tickets for the boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial are not included and must be purchased individually.
• Part of the group will have morning or early afternoon rehearsal.
• Part of the group will enjoy a free day to explore around Waikiki Beach!
• Part of the group will attend the luau tonight!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024: PARADE DAY!

• Free morning to enjoy the island!
• This evening participate in the 83^rd Annual Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade
• After performance, enjoy a picnic dinner with other parade participants

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2024: Luau Day!

• Free morning to enjoy Waikiki Beach, shopping or hiking!
• Afternoon exclusive luau and event closing
  • The luau is an exclusive experience for Varsity package attendees. 

Monday, DECEMBER 9, 2024: Head home from Hawaii!

• Departure from Honolulu to home city

Please note that one (1) chaperone 21 years or older is required to attend for every three (3) participants.

CLICK HERE to view 2024 Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade Pricing Information

TOUR COST, RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS: The total number accepted for the tour is limited. Completed reservation application and $200.00 (non-refundable) per person deposit MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE VARSITY SPIRIT OFFICE within two weeks of your invoice date: (This deposit is credited towards your total cost.)

HOW DOES PRICING WORK?
Pricing is per person based on the total number of people in the room regardless if they are a participant or a spectator. For example, 3 participants and one spectator would be the quad rate per person. The participants would each pay the participant quad rate and the spectator would be the quad spectator price. All prices listed are per person.

PAYMENT DEADLINES: $200 per person deposit due by the following dates below.*

• If you attended camp in June, your deposit is due on July 11, 2024.
• If you attended camp in July, your deposit is due on August 15, 2024.
• If you attended camp in August, your deposit is due on September 12, 2024. 

FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE IN THE VARSITY SPIRIT LLC OFFICE ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 4, 2024. UNIFORMS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED UNTIL THE BALANCE OF PAYMENT IS MADE. 

*Trips may sell out prior to deadlines. Registrations are taken on a first come, first served basis with deposits. After September 12, please call the Varsity Spirit LLC office for availability at 800-238-0286 (option 2) for availability. 

Cancellations on or before October 4, 2024 will receive a full refund except for the $200 deposit. For cancellations between  October 5, 2024 and October 12, 2024 an additional $100 per person penalty will apply. After October 12, 2024, there will be no refunds. 

EXTRA NIGHTS: A limited number of rooms are available for early arrival and late departure. Extended stay room rate is $410 per room per night (fee includes taxes and resort fee). Please indicate on your registration form if you wish to purchase an extra night. Early onsite registration will be available for those purchasing the extra nights beginning Sunday, December 1 and running through Tuesday, December 10.

OCEANVIEW UPGRADE:  A limited number of Oceanview Upgrades are available for an additional $130 per night, tax included.  This would be an additional $780 for the 6 night package.  Additional nights for the Oceanview Upgrades are $550 per night.

Included with Cost of Trip	NOT Included with Cost of Trip
Six (6) nights of accommodation at the 5-star Marriott Resort and Spa Waikiki Beach	Transportation from hometown to Honolulu, HI
Excursion to the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center and USS Missouri	Transportation from the Honolulu International Airport to the Marriott Waikiki Beach
Performance in the 83rd Annual Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade	Any non-specified meals and excursions
Post-Parade Picnic with other parade performers	Optional travel items and personal souvenirs
Exclusive Hawaiian Luau with buffet dinner	Any other items not specified as included
One breakfast buffet at the Waikiki Marriott	Ticket to USS Arizona Memorial
All-American Uniform (athletes only)	Uniform Alterations
Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade Medal (athletes only)
Souvenir T-Shirt (spectators and athletes)

TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN:

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The optional Travel Protection plan, must be added to your reservation within 2 weeks of registering for the event and must be paid in full with your deposit.

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Travel Protection for Rome is based on the gateway city. The per person cost can be found below.

Package Type	Travel Protection Plan Cost*
Quad Participant	$150.00
Quad Spectator	$150.00
Triple Participant	$165.00
Triple Spectator	$160.00
Double Participant	$180.00
Double Spectator	$180.00
Single Spectator	$240.00

For additional information on the Travel Protection plan, please visit https://www.tripmate.com/wpF440V.

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Event Registration – NOW CLOSED.

Event Registration Specialist:

• Michele Shetzer – mshetzer@varsity.com

*Please do not email credit card information. After your registration is received, you will receive a confirmation via email. Once that is received you may contact the Varsity office at 844-399-0644  to make a credit card payment. 

Registration will not be complete until payment is received. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINES: 

• If you attended camp in June, your registration is due on July 11, 2024.
• If you attended camp in July, your registration is due on August 15, 2024.
• If you attended camp in August, your registration is due on September 12, 2024.

$200 per person deposit due upon invoice date.  If your deposit hasn’t been received within two weeks of your invoice date your registration will be canceled

FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE IN THE VARSITY SPIRIT OFFICE ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 4, 2024. UNIFORMS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED UNTIL THE BALANCE OF PAYMENT IS MADE.

*Trips may sell out prior to deadlines. Registrations are taken on a first come, first served basis with deposits. After September 12, please call the Varsity Spirit office for availability at 844-399-0644  (option 2) for availability.

Cancellations on or before October 4, 2024, will receive a full refund except for the $200 deposit. For cancellations between October 5, 2024, and October 12, 2024 an additional $100 per person penalty will apply. After October 13, 2024, there will be no refunds.

Airfare from your hometown to Hawaii and airport transfers from the Honolulu International Airport and the Marriott Waikiki Resort are not included in the cost of the trip and will be the responsibility of the attendee.

CLICK HERE to view our travel partners and airline discounts that are available!

CLICK HERE to view the event uniform sizing guide.

CLICK HERE to download the 2024 Event Release Waiver.

• Please print, fill out and bring with you to Hawaii!

CLICK HERE to view the 2024 Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade Terms and Conditions.

• Q: How much spending money should I bring with me?
  • A: That’s up to you. You will only need money for meals not included in the package and miscellaneous items such as snacks and souvenirs. You will need to plan for all meals with the exception of the After-Parade Picnic and the Luau Meal. You may also plan for miscellaneous items such as snacks and souvenirs.
• Q: How often will I receive updates?
  • A: We try to communicate regularly with all attendees. Once registered, attendees will receive a confirmation email. After that, all event communication will come through the event BAND app.  Everyone will need to download the app and join the group in order to receive updates.
• Q: My coach is coming to Hawaii as a spectator. Can he/she attend practice? Can my parents?
  • A: In order to eliminate all distractions and comply with social distancing, our rehearsals are closed to all spectators. This will hopefully allow us to streamline the practices which in turn should allow for more time on the beach or exploring Hawaii!
• Q: What happens if I get injured or become ill during the event?
  • A:We will have first aid staff on duty throughout the event. Additional medical treatment is at the expense of the participant.
• Q: When do we need to arrive to Honolulu?
  • A: Standard arrival day is Tuesday, December 3. We do offer a limited number of extra nights starting on Sunday, December 1 for those requesting an early arrival (additional fee applies). We suggest arriving as early as you can so that you can get registered and start enjoying Hawaii. It will also allow for any potential flight delays due to weather.
• Q: Do we have to follow the group itinerary when it comes to excursions?
  • A: No, the only required event is rehearsal for performers if they’d like to participate in the parade performance.  However, the trips we have planned are amazing opportunities to appreciate what others have given to help ensure our freedom and to learn about the Hawaiian culture. We’d suggest asking your schools for excused absence since educational opportunities exist on this trip.

• Q: How Much Walking/Performing does the parade require?
  • • A: This parade covers a long distance.  The walk for performers from the hotel to the parade starting line is approximately a mile, and then the parade itself is almost 2 miles long.  Performers will be moving/performing the entire time.
• Q: We missed our deadline for registration and deposit…Are we too late?

• A: Please call our Customer Service at 844-399-0644 option 2 for availability.

• Q: How do we know what size uniform to order?
  • A:Watch this short video with instructions on how to properly measure for your uniform. Please note: Your current Varsity uniform will more than likely be a different fit than the uniform we use for Special Events. Please note that any uniform alterations needed are at the expense of the attendees.
• Q: My performer already has a uniform from a past Varsity Spirit Special Event. Is the uniform the same and do we get a discount?
  • A: The uniform for the 2024 Varsity Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade is different from any other Varsity special event uniform so all performers will receive the uniform.  If you attended the 2023 Varsity Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade event then the uniform is the same and you may deduct $40 from your package price if your uniform still fits and is in good condition.
• Q: What is the difference between the Participant and Spectator pricing?
  • A: The uniform, parade medal, choreography material and parade opportunity are the only differences. Everything that is listed as INCLUDED in the tour package is available to everyone.

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