Modesto’s
Independence Day Parade

Entry Chairman:
John Field, DDS
(209) 480-1824

Media Chairman:
Savannah Williams
(916) 340-4606

Fireworks Show
at John Thurman Field

Presented by
Valley First Credit Union & the Modesto Nuts

Message from our Parade Chairman: Because July 4th falls on a Sunday this year, our Independence Day Parade will be on Saturday, July 3rd. Submit your entry as soon as possible, spots are limited.

Parade Start Time: 9:30AM

Since 1874, the city of Modesto has celebrated the 4th of July with a parade through downtown. This year is no exception. A downtown parade at 9:30 a.m., kicks off this year’s Fourth of July celebration, on Saturday, July 3rd!

Our 2021 parade theme:

“Stars And Stripes”

This year’s parade is being organized by the Modesto Kiwanis Clubs. Have a safe and wonderful 4th of July celebration!

Parade Start Time: 9:30 AM Sharp!

Grand Marshals: Modesto Rotary (Downtown MoRo)

4th of July Champions: Dale Butler & American G. I. Forum

Parade Announcers: Chris Murphy & DJ Walker

Official Parade Photographer: Kevin Scott

Official Parade Videographer & Drone Specialist: TBA

National Anthem: will be sung by Patty Castillo Davis.

Parade Route Vendors Contact - David Epps (209)557-2844

Food Vendors Contact - Caroline (209)581-5036

2021 Parade Judges

Ron Emerzian as Judge Chairman, plus other judges TBA.

“Born on the 4th of July?” Anyone 1-100, who was born on the 4th of July, is invited to join the annual float by emailing Rachelle Barkus at teach2120@yahoo.com or call (209)681-4925.

Parade Entry Deadline

Your entry must be received by June 19th to secure your spot in the parade. Entries should be mailed to Modesto Kiwanis Club, 4th of July Parade, PO Box 176, Denair, CA 95316.