General Parade Information

2022 Parade Information

 

The Lebanon Borough 4th of July Parade Committee is proud to invite the residents of Hunterdon County and visitors from everywhere to our 75th Annual 4th of July Parade celebration.

We have heard dozens of stories from many residents who have fond memories going back to the earliest July 4th celebrations.  Grandparents who remember seeing the parade as children now creating new memories for their own children and grandchildren.

Lebanon’s July 4th Celebration is one of our local traditions that began in 1947 and is now in its 75th year. This tradition has been kept alive by the dedication and hard work of the all the past and current members of the Lebanon 4th of July Celebration Committee, the many volunteers on the day of the parade, the support of local businesses,  and all of the generous donations given by residents and visitors alike.

It’s a wonderful day to celebrate America with family and friends.  Come and join us!

  • Lebanon Boro’s roads will close at 8:30 am
  • Antique Cars should line up on Lynwood Drive
  • The PARADE LINE UP will commence between 8:30AM and 9:00AM.  Please enter Main Street from Route 22 at the East end of town (By Stewart’s Root Beer Stand), no later than 9:00AM, as the ROADS WILL BE CLOSED AT THAT TIME.  There will be numerous Celebration Committee members to assist you in finding your place in the parade line-up.
  • Boy and Girl Scouts and Indian Guides: Muster with their troops at the Old Brick Post Office Building at 123 Main Street.

The Children’s Parade (for little ones 10 and under) registration will begin at 8:30 at Sutton Place across from the Lebanon Fire Department.  The Children’s parade will begin at 9:30 am from Sutton Place  heading west on Main Street.  Children may participate riding on a decorated bicycle or float – NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES!  Be as creative and unique as you want! 

The Main Parade steps off at 10:00 am, following its traditional route west on Main Street, turning onto Myrtle Avenue, then again onto Brunswick Ave, ending at Holjes-Sheppard Memorial Park.

The Main Parade Trophies are given out for:

1. Best Theme Float/Unit
2. Most Original Float/Unit
3. Best Children’s Float
4. Most Patriotic Float/Unit.

The Annual Picnic begins at Holjes-Sheppard Memorial Park immediately after the Parade ends.  Festivities in the Park include the singing of “The Star Spangled Banner”, the flag raising ceremony, presentation of awards, refreshments, games & friendly competition for folks of all ages!

Registration is required for all parade participants in order to place you and your group accordingly in the parade line-up.  All participants can REGISTER HERE.  If there are any issues with signing up for the parade, please email us at info@lebanonboro4thofjulyparade.com

 

HOUSE DECORATING

Residents of Lebanon Borough are urged to decorate their homes for inclusion in the HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST.  1st and 2nd Place awards will be presented for the best Patriotic or theme related decor.

 

ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC VEHICLE PARTICIPATION:

The Lebanon Boro 4th of July Parade Committee is inviting all antique and classic cars to participate in our annual parade.

The first 40 antique/classic cars (no tractors or street rods) to arrive by 9:00 AM at Lynwood Drive will receive a participation award.  No pre-registration is necessary.

Car owners will have a chance to join our celebration and share their special vehicles with the community on this historic holiday.

 

FIRE, RESCUE and EMERGENCY SERVICES:  We invite all FIRE, RESCUE and EMERGENCY SERVICE personnel to join us at this year’s parade.

We want to thank ALL Emergency Service personnel for their years of volunteer service protecting the communities at large, and their dedicated support and participation in the Lebanon Borough Fourth of July Parade and Celebration.

 

Please Note:

  • For safety’s sake, there will be ABSOLUTELY NO THROWING/HANDING OUT of candy or items from floats, cars or by marchers.
  • This parade is a self-supporting event. Donations are our only means of support.  Please consider making a donation HERE
  • All Roads into Lebanon Borough CLOSE AT 8:30AM. Please arrive early!

Thank you for your enthusiasm! It is you who make this parade so much fun. If you have any questions about participating in the parade, email us at info@lebanonboro4thofjulyparade.com 

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