Modesto’s Independence Day Parade

Since 1874, the city of Modesto has celebrated the 4th of July with a parade through downtown.

Our 2019 parade theme is:

“Celebrating Our Freedoms”

Organized by the Modesto Kiwanis Club. Have a safe and wonderful 4th of July celebration!

Grand Marshals - Moband - 100 Years of Music & Service

4th of July Champion - American Legion Post 74

Parade Announcers - Chris Murphy & DJ Walker

Parade Route Vendors -

Official Photographer -

Official Videographer -

Drone Supplier -

National Anthem -

*** Volunteer Sign-Up Form ***

** Parade Entry Forms **

“Born on the 4th of July?” Anyone 1-100, who was born on the 4th of July, is invited to join the 24th annual float by emailing Rachelle Barkus at teach2120@yahoo.com or call (209)681-4925.

2019 Parade Categories

• Best Overall Trophy -
• Chairman’s Trophy -
• Overall Theme Trophy -
• Overall Equestrian Unit -
• Individual Equestrian -
• Equestrian Club -
• Farm Entry -
• Antique Car (Pre-1940) -
• Classic Car (Pre-1973) -
• Custom Car -
• Antique Car Club -
• Custom Car Club -
• Motorcycle Group -
• Marching Band -
• Musical Group -
• Dance/Drill/Cheer Group -
• Military Unit -
• Color Guard -
• Corporate Entry -
• Ethnic Group -
• Non-Profit Group -
• Comical/Entertaining Entry -
• Kids Group -
• Political Entry -
• Dignitary (Non-judged) -

2019 Parade Judges

To Be Announced

Thank A Kiwanian:  Kiwanis Club of Modesto, and North Modesto Kiwanis