Join Monterey's 4th of July Parade! Together as a community, we'll bring entertainment, excitement, and a whole lot of fun to Downtown Monterey on Independence Day.

The Old Monterey Business Association is now accepting applications to participate in the 2026 4th of July Parade, to be held at 10am on Saturday, July 4 in Downtown Monterey. Entries are required to be entertaining, creative, and exciting. We welcome bands, floats, drill teams, dance groups, equestrians, comical groups, etc.. Get creative and think outside the box!

Entry deadline is Friday, May 29, 2026. Fill out the parade entry form. Parade organizers will notify you via e-mail if your entry is accepted.