Let's kick off the Independence Day celebrations with an Avondale tradition – the Fourth of July Parade! 

The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the intersection of Berkeley Rd. and Clarendon Ave. on Friday, July 4, and will travel on Clarendon Ave. to S. Avondale Rd. Be on the lookout for Lightning McQueen, Paw Patrol characters, Ghostbusters and many more.

This event is rain or shine. 

Applications to participate in the parade are open until Friday, June 20 or until spaces are full. All motorized vehicles, floats and organized groups are required to complete an application. Participation in the parade is free.  

Residents are invited to join the Patriotic Brigade that will lead the parade. Citizens young and old can decorate wagons, scooters, strollers and bicycles to show off their patriotic spirit. Assemble on the front lawn of the Dekalb School of the Arts by 9:30 a.m. to be marshaled into the parade. 

Volunteers are greatly appreciated to help with the parade. Fill out the Fourth of July Parade Volunteer Application by June 27 to help. All volunteers must be 16 years of age or older.

Questions? Please email the parade organizers.

🇺🇸 New for 2025 🇺🇸
We're extending the fun after the parade! Follow the parade route to a street festival with bounce houses, giant slides, street performers, contests and more! The street festival will begin immediately following the parade on S. Avondale Road between Clarendon and Kensington until 1 p.m. Meet your favorite characters from the parade, and enjoy the Scout Troop 6's annual hot dogs along with Kona Ice and other festive food options. Stay tuned for more details.