🎉 Parade Day Schedule & Street Closures
Every July 4th, the heart of Waterford proudly beats with patriotic spirit as neighbors and visitors come together to celebrate our great nation.
- Shortly after 10:00 AM – Street closures begin as Main Street transforms into a festive parade route
- 10:30 AM – Kids Parade
Our youngest patriots gather in the parking lot east of 3rd & Main Street, rolling out in style with decorated bikes, wagons, and big American smiles - 11:00 AM – Main Parade Steps Off
The grand parade begins at 7th & Main Street, travels west along Main Street, then turns south on 1st Street—don’t miss the sights, sounds, and spirit of freedom on full display!
🍔🎶 Ten Club Park: Celebrate, Relax, and Enjoy!
Make the corner of Main and 1st Street your home base for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration.
- Food & beverages served starting at 9:30 AM
- Splash Pad opens at 10:00 AM – Cool off and keep the kids smiling
- Enjoy slices of Bruno’s pizza, burgers, brats, hot dogs, plus refreshing drinks and sweet ice cream treats
🎶 Live Music (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Reverend Jerry K brings a lively, feel-good patriotic performance filled with energy, community spirit, and all-American charm.
⏰ Come early, stay late, and celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave!
👉 View the food & beverage menu and raffle results by clicking here
🦆💵 Turning Ducks Into Dollars for a Great Cause
A longtime tradition gets a patriotic twist! The beloved Duck Race has evolved into exciting Red, White & Blue Cash Raffles—available only on parade day.
- Three raffles: (a red, white & blue raffle) plus a 50/50 raffle
- Seven lucky winners.
- Winning numbers announced and paid at the Concession Stand in Ten Club Park (1st & Main) final payout by 4pm
- 📱 Scan the QR code on your ticket stub to view all seven winning numbers once they’re posted.
❤️ Giving Back to Our Community
Any unclaimed prizes will be donated to support local food pantries that serve our neighbors in need:
- Caldwell Food Pantry
- Helping Hands Food Pantry
- Community United Food Pantry
- St. Thomas Food Pantry
- Love, Inc.
