138th ANNUAL FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Since 1874, the city of Modesto has celebrated the 4th of July with a parade through downtown.
2012's parade theme is "America The Beautiful."
Organized by the Modesto Kiwanis Club
Grand Marshal - Carl Boyett - Boyett Petroleum
4th of July Champions - Lou & Kenni Friedman, riding in the
Wells Fargo Stage Coach.
Parade Announcer - Chris Murphy with Modesto View
Key Club Youth - Contact: Liz Solario
Official Photographer - William Harris Photography
National Anthem - Will Be Sung By - Shuntavia Reynolds accompanied by Glen Stovall
New This Year
Modesto Farmer’s Market will be open on July 4th, from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM, in front of the Gallo Center for the Arts, on "I" Street between 10th Street and 11th Street. They will be featuring, locally grown, fresh fruits and vegetables.
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2012 Parade Judges are: Ed Rocha, Ron Emerzian, David Amador, Gloria Underwood, Jim Ridenour,
Cecil Russell, Chris Field, Dale Butler and
Al & Loretta Menshew.
Thank A Kiwanian: Kiwanis Club of Modesto, North Modesto Kiwanis, Kiwanis Club of Greater Modesto