Celebrate Kirkland Independence Day Parade

Name: Celebrate Kirkland Independence Day Parade
Start: 2026-07-04T17:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-07-04T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Downtown Kirkland

Kids can enjoy the parade and kids' craft activities during the event.

A family-friendly 4th of July parade in downtown Kirkland featuring floats, music, and community groups. **What kids do** - Decorate bikes and wagons at the Kids Decorating Station - Walk in the Kids Parade - Take selfies with character princesses and superheroes - Watch the main parade The Co-Grand Marshals Penny Sweet and Larry Springer lead the parade. **Schedule** - 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM — Kids Giveaways & Character Princess Photo Opportunities (Lakeshore Plaza) - 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Kids Parade (starts Lakeshore Plaza) - 12:00 PM — National Anthem (Grandstand at Kirkland Ave and Lake Street) - 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM — Main Parade (throughout downtown) - 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Engagement Area (Central Way and Lake Street) **What to know** - Rain or shine - No fireworks - No drones - Leashed dogs welcome but may be crowded; bring water and poop bags

When

Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Where

Downtown Kirkland, Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland, Washington 98033

Price

Free

Accessibility

ADA parking locations available just outside the parade zone.

Languages

English

Rules

**Bring** - Water bottle - Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses) - Spare car and house key - Hard copy of important phone numbers **Not allowed** - Fireworks - Drones **On-site conduct** - Dogs must be leashed; bring water and poop bags - Have a meeting plan in case of separation - No parking within parade zone; park outside and walk