An important part of this patriotic holiday is our traditional Fourth of July Parade. Whether you are a spectator or a participant, this hugely popular event has something for everyone. There will be floats, marching bands, decorated vehicles, equestrian units, old-time automobile clubs, and just about every kind of local club and organization, with plenty of noisemakers and patriotic music to add to the excitement. This is a "don't-miss" event that you and your neighbors will be talking about for weeks afterward. The parade starts at 9:30 in the morning and proceeds along the PARADE ROUTE right through downtown.
 
The parade this year will be even better than ever. This popular event has grown in size and popularity over the years. Along with this growth has come a level of anticipation and excitement that brings out the crowds of spectators every year. So bring along a flag to wave, your loudest cheering voice, and join your neighbors to watch this sensational parade.
 

 

 
Even better, if you or your organization wish to have an entry in the parade, this is your opportunity to get yourself out in front of the community and strut your stuff. YOU are invited to be part of it. So build a float, decorate a car or truck or bicycle, or walk or skate or dance or march. Create your own colorful, noisy and exciting entry and join us for the best ever parade in Pleasant Hill. The link at the bottom of this page will take you through the registration process.
 
 
Our parade theme for 2008 is:
LET'S PARTY !
SMALL TOWN FUN FOR A BIG NATION CELEBRATION
 
In the spirit of this year's theme, we encourage all entrants to display fun and imaginative ways of celebrating our nation's birthday. To help the process along, a Mayor's Trophy will be awarded to the float judged to be the "Best Theme-Decorated Float". A Commissioner's Trophy will be awarded to the "Best Theme-Oriented non-float entry".

Additionally, we encourage parade participants to display an awareness of environmentalism and conservation. A special "Green Oak Award" will be presented to the parade entry that best promotes these principles.

The Commission defines a 'float' as a decorated vehicle either moving under its own automotive power or towed behind either horses or an automotive vehicle. A non-float entry would be an entry where the participants are walking instead of riding in a vehicle. We define "theme oriented" as "decorated to recognize, display and promote the parade theme". To be considered for either of these two trophies, please indicate your preference on the registration form.
 
 
 
All entries must be decorated. Music accompaniment to your entry is a plus and is encouraged (we define just about any form of noise as 'music').
 
The parade begins at 9:30 am on Friday, July 4. It is immediately followed by an old-fashion Fourth of July celebration at the park; with games, food, contests and lively entertainment. Please plan to join us in the park for this celebration after the parade.
 
To be a parade participant, please complete the registration (see the link below) as early as possible. There is a nominal registration fee for all entrants, tiered according to how early you register. We encourage you to register early, both to reduce your registration fee and to ensure that your entry will be included in the parade publications.
 
Please note that any entry registered after June 21 will not be included in the parade program that is published and distributed prior to the parade. Also please note that the final registration cutoff date is June 30. No entries can be accepted after that date.
 
About 1 week prior to the parade, you will receive detailed information regarding check-in time, your place in line, parking instructions, route map, etc.
 
We want to express our sincere thanks to all the participants who made our 2007 parade such a wonderful event. We hope to see all of you back again in 2008. It is never too early to register for the next parade, so feel free to go to the PARADE ENTRANTS page at any time and register for 2008.

 

Click on the link below to register and we'll reserve your spot in the parade!