The following is from a June 20, 2025 email from The Piedmont Recreation Department:
There are several ways for you to be a part of this year’s parade – join in one of these fun and festive floats and enjoy the event from a different perspective this year!
The Piedmont 4th of July parade is just around the corner, and rather than being a spectator this year, we invite you to be IN the parade. Participating in the parade is a fun way to enjoy this beloved annual Piedmont tradition. No need to make your own float either…join one of these established groups:
- Stroller Brigade – decorate your stroller and show your spirit strolling down Highland Ave alongside other families with young kids.
- Veterans – if you’ve served in the military, consider marching with the Veterans and Color Guard to honor your service and inspire pride.
- e-Bikes – for those who enjoy two wheels, the e-bike group is ready to roll. Ride with others in a fun and energy-efficient way.
To sign up for the Stroller Brigade, Veterans or e-Bikes, email Kathy Kelleher with your group preference.
Flag Brigade – Piedmont’s resident vexillologist hopes to find fellow flag enthusiasts (or folks who are excited to march in the parade) to join him in showcasing unique flags in this year’s 4th of July parade. Depending on the number of people who want to join in on the fun, the Flag Brigade could carry different variants of the stars and stripes from over the years, flags of American history, or, if we get enough people, the flags of each of the fifty states! Which state would you carry?
Contact John Tulloch if you’re interested in joining the Flag Brigade!
Step right up and march with the award-winning Piedmont Recreation Department.
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and children of all ages…join the Piedmont Recreation Department’s circus-themed flotilla in the beloved annual parade!
You are the star of the show this 4th of July! We invite community members, both young and old and everything in between, to march with our “Greatest REC on Earth” float and bring the magic of the circus to life. Dress up as your favorite big-top character — from courageous lions and juggling clowns to elegant acrobats and fearless ringmasters. The more whimsical, the better!
Let’s dazzle the crowd with color, costumes, and good old-fashioned PRD spirit as we turn the parade route into a joyful, high-flying celebration.
- When: 10:30 AM, July 4th
- Where: Exact meeting location will be sent out prior to the event
- To RSVP and receive the exact event meeting spot, contact us.
Let’s make this Independence Day a three-ring spectacular to remember. See you under the (figurative) big top!
— Your PRD Ringmasters
The City of Piedmont is committed to providing a safe, family-friendly environment where all people are treated with kindness and respect. We ask all parade participants to adhere to these guidelines.