2025 will mark the 37th year of The Lake Elmo Kids 4th of July Parade. Decorate your wagon, tie up your blue and red shoelaces, hop on your bike, or start your tractor! We look forward to another small-town 4th of July celebration in downtown Lake Elmo.
The parade started with a handful of children parading up Lake Elmo Avenue, to celebrate our independence. The parade has grown to over 1,000 kids of all ages, and Connect Lake Elmo is honored to carry on this special tradition in partnership with the Lake Elmo Rotary, the City of Lake Elmo, the Lake Elmo Fire Department, the Washington County Sheriff, and other members of the community. Due to inclement weather for the 2024 parade, the time was moved up to 11 am and we heard overwhelming feedback from new and long-time parade goers, that they loved the earlier start time! So, as we look ahead to 2025, here is what you can expect.
- In 2025, the parade will begin at 10 am (streets will start to close down at 9:15 am) -
- All event activities will begin immediately after the parade, including the Rotary Ice Cream Social, Minnow Races, Dunk Tank, and more -
- Refer to the Frequently Asked Questions for more details -
SAVE THE DATE! JULY 4, 2025
2025 Kids Parade
Post-Parade Activities
Post-Parade Activities
10:00 am | Line-up on Layton Ave N starting at 9:30 am
A detailed printable map will be updated in the Spring of 2025
Check out Frequently Asked Questions (including parking information) so you are ready to go on the 4th!
Thank you to the City of Lake Elmo, the Lake Elmo Fire Department, Washington County Sheriff's Office, and The Lake El
10:00 am | Line-up on Layton Ave N starting at 9:30 am
A detailed printable map will be updated in the Spring of 2025
Check out Frequently Asked Questions (including parking information) so you are ready to go on the 4th!
Thank you to the City of Lake Elmo, the Lake Elmo Fire Department, Washington County Sheriff's Office, and The Lake Elmo Rotary for their partnership to ensure a safe and fun event with a growing crowd
Post-Parade Activities
Post-Parade Activities
Post-Parade Activities
10:30-12:30 pm | Main Street Area and Lion's Park
- Ice Cream Social with the Lake Elmo Rotary
- Fire Trucks with the Lake Elmo Fire Department (weather dependent)
- Face Painting with Connect Lake Elmo
- Flag Giveaway with Patriotic Kenny and American Flag Co.
- Minnow Races with Family Means
- Temporary Tattoos with Connect Lake Elmo
- Water Station w
10:30-12:30 pm | Main Street Area and Lion's Park
- Ice Cream Social with the Lake Elmo Rotary
- Fire Trucks with the Lake Elmo Fire Department (weather dependent)
- Face Painting with Connect Lake Elmo
- Flag Giveaway with Patriotic Kenny and American Flag Co.
- Minnow Races with Family Means
- Temporary Tattoos with Connect Lake Elmo
- Water Station with Establish Salon
- ...and more!
Please email connectlakeelmo@gmail.com if you would like to sponsor a post-parade activity
Get Involved!
Post-Parade Activities
Get Involved!
Can you help us out and volunteer your time or talent?
We will have a variety of planning tasks and short volunteer shifts available on the 4th of July to make this event possible. Who knows, you may even have more fun than the kids!
Please email connectlakeelmo@gmail.com if you are interested in helping for this or any event!
As the pa
Can you help us out and volunteer your time or talent?
We will have a variety of planning tasks and short volunteer shifts available on the 4th of July to make this event possible. Who knows, you may even have more fun than the kids!
Please email connectlakeelmo@gmail.com if you are interested in helping for this or any event!
As the parade and activities grow, please consider donating any amount to help cover the cost of face paint, outdoor decor, and other supplies that make this event magical.