Celebrate the 4th of July with the longest parade in the nation!
Published on June 11, 2024
Alameda announces Parade Grand Marshals, last call for registration
Alameda's 4th of July Parade is the longest in the nation with a route that spans over 3 miles, attracting 170 entries and 2,500 participants. Celebrate the community on July 4th as floats, VIPs, equestrians, dance troops, community groups, and marching bands parade on by!
Congresswomen Barbara Lee is Honorary Grand Marshal
The City of Alameda is honored to announce that, as she ends a long and distinguished career in public service, Congresswoman Barbara Lee will serve as the Parade’s Honorary Grand Marshal, her last time riding in Alameda’s 4th of July Parade. Congresswoman Lee has represented Alameda in the United States Congress since 1998, in the California State Senate from 1996 to 1998, and in the State Assembly from 1990 to 1996. Let’s bid her a fond farewell.
Meet our Grand Marshal: Vietnam War Veteran Joe LoParo!
Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft has named Joe LoParo the Grand Marshal of Alameda’s 2024 4th of July Parade. Joe served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, as a crewmember on a helicopter squad that helped evacuate 10,000 individuals. Returning to America from Vietnam, Joe was stationed at the Alameda Naval Air Station and decided to make Alameda his home. Today Joe is a local real estate broker and a member of the Alameda County Veteran Affairs Commission, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 400, American Legion Post 647, Alameda Naval Air Museum, Elks Lodge #1015, and Mastick Senior Center. He organizes Alameda’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony and advocates tirelessly for veterans and active-duty service members. Joe, today we salute you!
Join the fun! (Parade registration ends Sunday, June 16)
Alameda residents, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and businesses are encouraged to participate in the parade! Register by 5pm on Sunday, June 16. Registration is free for individuals and non-profits and just $50 for Alameda businesses.
Get involved!
We’re still looking for parade sponsors, volunteers, and drivers with classic and convertible cars to provide rides for our VIPs! Please click here for more information or email alamedajuly4thparade@alamedaca.gov.
Run the parade route!
The 3+ mile parade route provides a perfect venue for the Alameda 4th of July R.A.C.E, a 5k that benefits Alameda’s Midway Shelter for Women and Children. Register today to run or walk the parade route at 9am, then watch the parade at 10am! And be sure to cheer on the runners, walkers, stroller pushers, etc. as they pass by!
We can’t wait to see you on the 4th!