Monterey 4th of July Parade
Downtown Monterey Alvarado Street, Monterey, California 93940
Monterey's annual 4th of July Parade is a must-attend celebration that draws approximately 15,000 people of all ages to line the streets in and around Old Monterey. We invite you to join us and revel in the festive floats, patriotic displays, entertaining costumes, and musical bands. The parade begins at 10am sharp.
PARADE ROUTE:
The parade will start at the corner of Alvarado Street and Pearl Street. It will go down Alvarado Street and turn left onto Del Monte Ave and then take an immediate left onto Calle Principal. It will continue on Calle Principal until Jefferson Street, and end there.
PARKING:
The best place to park on the day of the parade will be the West Garage, East Garage, or Lot 7 (enter on Pacific Avenue).
APPLY TO MARCH:
We are accepting applications to participate in the parade. We welcome bands, floats, drill teams, dance teams, equestrians, comical groups, etc. Think outside the box! Entry deadline is June 1, 2023, but please apply early. info@oldmonterey.org