Modesto’s Independence Day Parade

Since 1874, the city of Modesto has celebrated the 4th of July with a parade through downtown. This year is no exception. A downtown parade at 9:30 a.m., will kick off this year’s Independence Day Celebration, on Friday, July 4th!

Celebrating America’s Youth

The parade is organized by the Modesto Kiwanis Clubs who wish you a safe and memorable Independence Day Celebration!

Parade Start Time: 9:30 AM Sharp!

Grand Marshals

Modesto Children’s Museum

Friends of the Modesto Library

This Year’s Fireworks Display

July 3, around 7:30 pm

The Official Modesto Fireworks Display, presented by Modesto Nuts will be at John Thurman Field starting around 7:30 pm on July 3rd, after their game against the Fresno Grizzlies which starts at 6:40 pm!