4th of July Parade 2026

4th of July Parade - Parade Entry Application

The Moreno Valley Parks and Community Services Department invites community members with entertaining, creative, and exciting parade entries to participate in this historic celebration. As our nation commemorates America’s 250th Anniversary — the Semiquincentennial — in 2026, we encourage participants to honor 250 years of freedom, unity, service, and community spirit through their parade presentations. Participate with a float, push float, band, colorful costumes, uniformed attire, drill or dance teams, comical routines, antique or unique vehicles, and more — all inspired by the theme of celebrating America’s past, present, and future. The theme for 2026 is "Stars, Stripes, and Stories: 250 years of Freedom". Please read through the application and guidelines thoroughly and respond early to be considered for placement in the lineup.

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Important Notice: Please be advised that except for your personal email address, residential address and phone number, by submitting this application, you are consenting to the disclosure of this completed application and its contents under the California Public Records Act.
Event Details:

Parade Theme: Stars, Stripes, and Stories: 250 years of Freedom

Date: Saturday, July 4th

Event Start Time: 9:30 AM

Anticipated Attendance: 3,000 +

Location:
- Starting Location: Frederick St. and Alessandro Blvd. intersection
- Ending Location: Towngate Center Parking lot off of Heritage Way.
  - Entries will take appoximately 1 - 1.5 hours to travel the route
- Parade Route: 2.1 miles
Parade Timeline:
- Parade Staging Time: 7:30 AM
  - All entries must be checked in by 8:15 AM
  - Late Check-Ins will be placed at the end of the parade lineup
- Fire Inspection: 8:30 AM
- Parade Start Time: 9:30 AM
- Parade End Time: Approximately 11:00 AM
Parade Trophy Categories:
1. Theme: Stars, Stripes, and Stories: 250 years of Freedom
2. Most Entertaining
3. Outstanding Community Display
4. Outstanidng Non-Commercial Entry
5. Outstanding Commercial Entry
6. Outstanding Vehicle Entry
7. Outstanding Craftsmanship
Parade Entry Requirements:
Parade Entry Contact Information

Please review all informtion carefully and ensure it is accurate and complete prior to submission.
Entry Name/Title
Primary Contact

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email
example@example.com
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parade Entry Details

Entries must be classified. Please check ONE category per entry. If no classification is marked, you will be ineligible for judging and cannot win a trophy. Only approved vehicles will be allowed on the parade route.
Entry Type

Other
If you selected other, please describe:
If not applicable, please submit N/A
Entry Classification:

Other
If you selected other, please describe:
If not applicable, please submit N/A
How many vehicles will you be entering?
Staging Size Needed:

Other
If you selected other, please describe:
If not applicable, please submit N/A
Title of Entry Vehicle #1:
If not applicable, please submit N/A
Vehicle Type #1:
If not applicable, please submit N/A
Number of people in Entry #1:
Please iclude all participants regardless of age.
Title of Entry Vehicle #2:
Vehicle Type #2:
If not applicable, please submit N/A
Number of people in Entry #2:
Please iclude all participants regardless of age.
Upload Vehicle Registration:

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Upload Auto Insurance:

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Additional comments or requests for your entry:
Parade Entry Biography:

Provide a brief description of your entry (25–100 words) for use in the parade script. Include pronunciations for any difficult words. This description will be used by announcers along the route; if none is provided, only your entry name will be announced. The City of Moreno Valley may edit descriptions as needed.
Example of items to include: Items to include in description: Name of organization, name of unit, city, interesting facts, description of routine, costumes, decorations, props, etc.
Bio for Entry #1:

0/100
Bio for Entry #2 (if applicable):

0/100
Registration Fee Information

TWO vehicles maximum per application. If you'd like to add more than 2 vehicles, you must submit an additional registration fee (email Specialevents@moval.org). Qualified entries will receive notice of participation on or before June 18th, 2026.
$41 Early Bird Registration from March 2 - May 15, 2026

$46 Regular Registration from May 16 - June 18, 2026

*non-resident fee may apply

How to pay:

A link to submit payment will be sent to the email you have provided. Payment can be submitted online or in person at the Conference and Recreation Center at 14075 Frederick St. Applications are not fully approved until payment has been submitted. If payment is not submitted by June 18th, your entry will not be included in the lineup.

Accepted methods of payment:
- Cash
- Check (made out to the City of Moreno Valley)
- Credit/Debit Card
- Money Order
Parade Guidelines and Schedule Form

Please read through carefully to ensure a smooth and easy check-in.
I am over 18 years-of-age and I have read the City of Moreno Valley Parade Guidelines and Schedule and am familiar with its content. I am aware that if my organization does not comply with these regulations, my organization will not be permitted to participate as an entry in the parade and is subject to being pulled out of the parade lineup.
Parade Regulations Form

All parade entries must comply with the following regulations to be permitted to participate in the parade.
Please review and sign the following:
I am over 18 years-of-age and I have read the City of Moreno Valley Parade Entry Regulations and am familiar with its content. I am aware that if my organization does not comply with these regulations, my organization will not be permitted to participate as an entry in the parade and is subject to being pulled out of the parade lineup.
Waiver, Release and Hold Harmless Agreement

A waiver is required for each parade participant, regardles of age. Please sign for yourself and submit a completed waiver for every participant by July 4 at 8 am. Waivers must be emailed to specialevents@moval.org or delivered in person to the Conference and Recreation Center (14075 Frederick St)
The UNDERSIGNED states, as follows:

I acknowledge that the activity of the 4th of July Parade sponsored by the City of Moreno Valley and held on July 4, 2026 may contain risk of injury and damage to me personally. Knowing these facts, I hereby waive, release and discharge all claims for damages for death, personal injury or property damage which may occur as a result of my participation in the activity of the 4th of July Parade or any activity incident thereto. This release discharges in advance the City of Moreno Valley, Community Services District (“CSD”), Housing Authority, any other participating municipality or governmental agency, their officers, agents, servants, and employees, promoters, sponsors, officials and referees (hereinafter referred to collectively as (“CITY”) from liability even though that liability may arise out of the CITY’S active or passive negligence or carelessness. I acknowledge that some recreational activities, including the parade, involve an element of risk or danger of accidents, injury and even death, and knowing those risks, I freely and voluntarily assume the risk of injury and/or death, and I promise not to sue or exercise any legal right to seek damages from CITY. By this Agreement, I also intend to waive, release and discharge all claims for personal injury, death or property damage caused by the condition of any public property or equipment any used in the parade or whereon the parade takes place.

FURTHER, I agree to abide by all applicable laws and regulations as well as the instructions outlined by the Parade Coordinators. In case of inclement weather, the Parade Coordinators will determine at 8:00 a.m., July 4, whether to delay, cancel or reschedule the parade. It is understood that I enter, invest in and/or plan for the parade at my own risk.

FURTHER, I affirm that I have achieved whatever physical conditioning necessary to participate in the activity specified above. I know of no medical or physical restrictions, which may seriously impair my ability to participate in the activity stated above.

FURTHER, I hereby grant to the City of Moreno Valley permission to make and use photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, and other recordings of my participation in this event without obligation to reimburse me in any way in connection there with.

I do acknowledge that I have read the foregoing "Waiver, Release, and Hold Harmless Agreement" and know and understand the contents thereof.
Note: Each parade participant must have a completed and signed copy of this form on file with the City of Moreno Valley on or before July 4, 2026.
I am over 18 years-of-age and I have read the Waiver, Release, and Hold Harmless Agreement and am familiar with its content. I am aware that if my organization does not comply with these regulations, my organization will not be permitted to participate as an entry in the parade and is subject to being pulled out of the parade lineup.
Upload Completed Waivers:

Waivers can also be sent via email to specialevents@moval.org.
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Parade Vehicle and Float Conditions

The following form must be completed in preparation for the inspection that will be conducted by the Fire Prevention Bureau.
Please download, review,, and sign the following agreement:
I am over 18 years-of-age and I have read the City of Moreno Valley Parade Vehicles/Float Conditions and am familiar with its content. I am aware that if my organization does not comply with these regulations, my organization will not be permitted to participate as an entry in the parade and is subject to being pulled out of the parade lineup.
Important Reminders:

All changes CAN be made to your application after submitting online. Accommodations to changes are subject to approval

The City of Moreno Valley reserves the right to refuse any parade entry which may not be in the best interest of the community. Such determination will be made at the sole discretion of the program coordinators.

Additional Note: Political campaigning or promotion of any kind is strictly prohibited within the vicinity of the informational, retail and food vendor booths. This includes the distribution of campaign materials, solicitation for votes, or any activities aimed at endorsing a particular candidate or political agenda. The focus of the event should remain on providing relevant content or services to attendees, without engaging in partisan activities. Any violation of this policy may result in the removal of the booth from the event premises

All events and programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Questions or Comments?

Please email the Special Events team at Specialevents@moval.org or call (951) 413-3280. Visit Moval.org/Parks for additional information on upcoming events.
Application Requirements

All items must be submitted by May 15 for Early Bird Pricing or June 18, 2026 for General Registration Pricing
Should be Empty:

Parade Entry Contact Information

Parade Entry Details

Parade Entry Biography:

Registration Fee Information

Parade Guidelines and Schedule Form

Parade Regulations Form

Waiver, Release and Hold Harmless Agreement

Parade Vehicle and Float Conditions

Questions or Comments?

Application Requirements