Hit Parade is another obstacle course that's less complex than it looks. You start off presented with some balance beams. These are easy to fall from, but don't worry if you do -- in fact, it can be quicker if you just jump down to the lower level here. Either way, make your way to the rotating paddles. You should follow the crowd here. There's no sense pushing the opposite side of a paddle, you'll get nowhere. It's important to remember that the barrier opens and closes at the left and right as well as the middle, so don't rush to the centre if it's easier to go via a side opening.
Once you're past this section, you're onto a set of swinging pendulums. These are pretty easy to avoid; you can watch the shadows on the ground to tell where the pendulums are in their arcs. Next is an uphill climb that's covered in pink slime. There are lots of obstacles to dodge, but the important thing to remember is to not jump, as this will slow you right down.