4th of July Parade Application 2026

2026 Grand Island 4th of July Parade Information

Fun and SAFE Event – see rules regarding safety and distribution of items from units – no throwing candy or distribution of items from unit – this must be done along the side of the parade route.

      *  Application Deadline: Friday June 26, 2026 by 4:00 PM

• Paper Application Submission: Email: recreation@grand-island.ny.us
  Drop-off: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
  Location: Grand Island Recreation Department
  3278 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY
  
  
• Late Applications: Subject to approval. If accepted, your unit will be placed at the end of the parade line up.
  
  
• Parade Overview
   
  
  1. Start Time: Approximately 10:00 AM (after the Dick Bessel Run)
  2. Route: Northbound on Grand Island Blvd (RT 324) from Staley Rd. to Baseline Rd.
     (Route is ½ to 1 mile long depending on lineup location)
  3. Road Closures: Grand Island Blvd & Baseline Rd. close at 8:30 AM. No traffic permitted after closure times.
  4. Parking Advisory: Vehicles may not park on the road of the parade route (corner of GI BLVD /Webb Rd. to Baseline Rd).
  5. Vehicles parked at line up locations that are not in the parade must stay at their location until roads open.

Parade Line-Up Details

• Preliminary Line-Up Posted by 4pm: July 1
  Available at:
• grandislandny.myrec.com
• grandislandny.us
• isledegrande.com
  
  
• Final Line-Up Posted by 4pm: July 2
  No changes will be made after this time.

Parade takes place around 10am on July 4. *Road closures around 830am to 12noon.

**Parade Spectator Policy (General public)
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants and spectators, please follow these guidelines:

1. Stay Off The Parade Route
   • All spectators must remain on the side of the parade route.
   • Do not enter the parade route or cross the roadway during the parade.
2. No Approaching Parade Units
   • For your safety, do not enter into the parade route or approach moving vehicles, floats, performers, or animals.
3. Children Supervision
   • Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
   • Keep children safely away from the parade route and moving units.
4. Animals
   • All pets must be leashed and under control.
   • Do not allow pets near the parade route or performers.
5. No Confrontations
   • Maintain respectful behavior toward staff, participants, volunteers, and fellow spectators.
   • Aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the event.
     
     

**Thank you for helping us keep the parade safe and enjoyable for everyone!