2026 Parade Entry
The 4th of July Parade begins at 10 am on July 4th.
Parade Sign-Up
Join the City of Whitewater for our annual 4th of July Parade as we celebrate Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of America’s independence with this year’s theme, America 250. This year marks the first year the City of Whitewater Parks Department will be overseeing the parade, and we are excited to continue this long-standing community tradition. We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to the Whitewater Lions Club for their many years of service and dedication in organizing the parade. All parade entries are encouraged to celebrate the America 250 theme, and a special prize category will be awarded for the best entry that represents the theme.
When: July 4, 2026
Parade Step-Off: 10:00 AM
Road Closures Begin Promptly: 9:30 AM
Where:
Step-Off Location: Prince Street and Main Street
Route: Travels down Main Street to the intersection of Main Street and Whitewater Street, then continues down Whitewater Street to Cravath Lakefront Park/
To Register / Participate / Information:
Email completed parade application or to request additional information to parks@whitewater-wi.gov
2026 Grand Marshalls
All past and present veterans are invited to be our Marshals! For more information and to sign up, please contact Jennifer Jackson by jjackson@whitewater-wi.gov or 262-473-0535
