Takoma Park Independence Day Parade

Name: Takoma Park Independence Day Parade
Start: 2027-07-04
End: 2027-07-04
Location: Carroll Ave & Ethan Allen Ave

Takoma Park, MD · Holiday

When: July 4, 2027
Where: Carroll Ave & Ethan Allen Ave · Takoma Park · MD
Cost: Not confirmed
Status: Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet

One of the longest running Independence Day parades in the country, held nearly every year since 1889 and known for homemade, satirical floats. Draws crowds from across the DC metro area to downtown Takoma Park.

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