Join the Walking Parade
The Celebrate250 Patriotic Parade will be held on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, starting at 11 am.
Want to participate? Review the guidelines and submit a parade application.
Parade Guidelines
- This is a NON-MOTORIZED parade.
- All entries must be family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
- Participants are encouraged to decorate using patriotic themes and colors.
- Throwing candy is NOT allowed but passing candy out to spectators is encouraged!
- Pets are welcome but must remain leashed and under control at all times.
- Participants under 13 must have adult supervision.
- Participants under 5 must be pulled in a wagon or stroller, or may ride their bike.
- Music is welcome but should remain at a reasonable volume.
- No political campaigning or offensive signage permitted.
- Parade organizers reserve the right to remove any unsafe or inappropriate entry.
Approved Entry Types
- Bicycles
- Wagons
- Strollers
- Scooters
- Walking groups
- Pets
- Homemade non-motorized floats
- Community organizations
- Sports teams and youth groups
Parade Classes & Awards
- Cardboard Car
- Most Patriotic Bicycle
- Walk Your Pet
- Best Decorated Wagon
- Best Dressed Family
- Stroller Spectacular
Check-In Information
- Participants should arrive 1 hour before parade start time for lineup and check-in.
- Parking is encouraged at the City Lot south of Hotel Indigo between Lindsey & Brown Street. Formerly known as Sears Lot.
- You may drop individuals and items off to the C21 Scheetz lot before parking at the City Lot.
Safety First
Please help us keep the parade safe and enjoyable for everyone by following all volunteer and organizer instructions. We can’t wait to celebrate Independence Day & 250 Year of America with you!
Parade Organizers: Red Arch Community Events, Inc. – Amy Berquist & Sarah Forbes
If there is an immediate emergency, please dial 911.
Questions? Contact Amy at (812) 552-4737 or Sarah at (317) 531-1918
