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Parade Route Map
The parade travels a U-shaped route: Fairgrounds → south on N. Columbus St → east on Main St → north on N. Broad St → back to Fairgrounds.
Parade At a Glance
Date & Time
Saturday, July 4th – 10:00 AM
Parade leaves promptly at 10:00 a.m. — no delays
Starts At
Fairfield County Fairgrounds
Broad Street entrance. Fair Avenue at N. Columbus St.
Route
Columbus St → Main → Broad St
U-shaped: south on Columbus, east on Main, north on Broad back to Fairgrounds
Estimated End
Approx. 12:45 PM
Parking in the parade area opens once the route clears
Route – Step by Step
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START – Fairfield County Fairgrounds, Fair Avenue All units assemble and depart from the Fairgrounds. Enter via the Broad Street entrance and follow parade helpers to your pre-assigned spot. Parade leaves promptly at 10:00 AM.
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LEG 1 – Travel SOUTH on N. Columbus Street From Fair Avenue, the parade travels south on N. Columbus Street, passing through Arnold Ave, Allen St, 6th Ave, 5th Ave, Union St, Mulberry St, and Wheeling St — all the way to Main Street.
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TURN – East on Main Street At Main Street, the parade turns east, crossing from N. Columbus Street to N. Broad Street.
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LEG 2 – Travel NORTH on N. Broad Street From Main Street, the parade travels north on N. Broad Street, passing through Wheeling St, Mulberry St, Union St/King St, 5th Ave, 6th Ave, Allen St, Arnold Ave — all the way back to Fair Avenue.
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END – Back at the Fairgrounds, Fair Avenue (~12:45 PM) The parade concludes at the Fairgrounds on Fair Avenue. The 4th of July celebration — rides, food, entertainment stages, arts & crafts, car show, and the evening fireworks — continues all day at the Fairgrounds.
Parade Rules & Information for Entrants
- Parade leaves PROMPTLY at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 4th from the Fairfield County Fairgrounds. All units MUST be in place and ready to roll at that time — no exceptions.
- Arrive early! Simple entries should arrive at least 45 minutes before parade time. Larger entries (floats, vehicles, animals) should arrive at least 1 hour early or more. Those with horses or animals should plan accordingly.
- All entries MUST be pre-registered. Walk-up entries on parade day are not permitted. Register at fourthofjulylancaster.com.
- NO NON-PARADE VEHICLES are allowed in the parade staging area. Designated parking is provided for spectators and support vehicles. Please share this detail with all of your entrants.
- Pre-assigned parade positions will be emailed to the address provided on your Registration Form. Check your email before parade day.
- On July 4th, enter via the Broad Street entrance of the Fairgrounds and follow the directions of parade helpers who will guide you to your pre-assigned spot. Go directly to your assigned spot upon arrival.
Spectator tip: Park at the Fairgrounds before the parade and walk to your viewing spot along N. Columbus St or N. Broad St. No parking in the parade area until after the route clears (~12:45 PM). Blankets & tarps may only be placed to hold a spot after 12:00 Noon on Friday, July 3rd.