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4th of July Parade in Downtown Ann Arbor

July 04 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/franckreporter

Location

Downtown Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI 48103

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Description

Enjoy the annual, family-friendly 4th of July parade in downtown Ann Arbor, which is hosted by the Ann Arbor Jaycees. See costumed characters, dance troupes, marching bands and more at this 35th annual parade.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-noon July 4, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.a2jaycees.org/fourth-of-july-parade

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Washtenaw County

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