Contributed by City of Wasilla
Celebrate America’s independence at the annual City of Wasilla 4th of July Parade on Friday, July 4, 2025, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in downtown Wasilla. For up-to-date info visit www.cityofwasilla.gov.
Parade Route: The parade route starts at Wasilla High School and follows down Crusey Street, crosses to E. Swanson Avenue, continues up Lucille Street, and circles back to E. Nelson Avenue/E. Bogard Road to end at the Wasilla High School. Please note: The parade is approximately 2.5 miles long, so walking participants should plan accordingly and wear comfortable shoes.
Parking and Road Closures: Roads and streets along the parade route will be closed starting at 9:00 a.m. through the end of the parade. Parking is available at various locations around the route. Visit www.cityofwasilla.gov for updated maps and information.
Parade Safety Tips: Please keep the parade route open for parade traffic by staying off the pavement and remaining on the sidewalks or grassy areas. Be aware of barricades along the parade route. Barricades are there for a reason as it has been identified by a safety officer in authority as necessary. Talk to children about the importance of remaining behind barricades. Ensure no one is leaning on or knocking barricades over as these actions can result in injuries. Do not run into the street. Floats cannot stop quickly. Please be mindful of intersections as parade vehicles may need a wide space to turn.
First Aid Station/Reunification Point: The American Red Cross of Alaska, Wasilla branch, will provide a basic First Aid Station from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the parking area at Central Mat-Su Fire Station 6-1, 101 W. Swanson Avenue. This location will additionally serve as a reunification point for lost and missing people.
Mayor’s Picnic: Following the parade, join us for the Mayor’s Picnic from 1:00–3:00 p.m. at Iditapark, 500 W. Nelson Avenue, where you will enjoy free hot dogs while supplies last. Take part in a hot dog eating contest, fun activities, and a live music lineup provided by Music in the Park. Music Lineup: 1–3 p.m. | Mayor's Picnic featuring the Jerry Wessling Band; 3–5 p.m. | Music in the Park Talent Show; 6–9 p.m. | Black Barrel & The Bad Men.
Reminder: There will be no fireworks displays for the City of Wasilla 4th of July events due to July typically being a high fire season.
Parade Floats and Sponsorships: There is still time to sponsor the parade or enter a float. Call 907-373-9050 and press Option 1 or visit www.cityofwasilla.gov and download an application. Deadline to submit parade float applications is Friday, June 27, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Thank You: Thank you to our community members for volunteering their time to celebrate the 4th of July. Special thanks to Wasilla Police Department Explorers, Alaska State Defense Force, King’s Chapel and Wasilla/Palmer Community Response Teams (CERT), Red Cross of Alaska, Make a Scene/People’s Paper, Music in the Park, Curtis D. Menard Sports Center, National Weather Service Anchorage, Eddie Maxwell, Paula Nance, SERTOMA, Sherwin-Williams, Denali Family Services and all our float participants. Thank you.
The City of Wasilla wishes you a safe and happy 4th of July.