Downtown Hammonton is thrilled to invite you to join the excitement of our annual Independence Day Parade. Thank you so much for your interest in being a part of this cherished town tradition! Please fill out this form to share your entry information and help us make this year's parade the best one yet. We can't wait to see you there!
--Line Up--
The parade line up is at 3 PM on July 4th on S. Egg Harbor Road. Check in will be on South Egg Harbor Road. We ask that all participants please stop there first to confirm information and position. Lineup positions will be determined ahead of time, with numbers for positions handed out to each participant as they arrive. This will help keep the event organized and running smoothly. The Executive Director and parade coordinators will make final decisions regarding the parade lineup, which may include adjustments based on specific and valid reasons or previously accommodated preferences.
--Important Parade Rules--
Candy, Giveaways & Materials: For safety, throwing candy, confetti, or any items from floats or vehicles is not permitted. If you wish to distribute candy, flyers, or other materials, they must be handed directly to spectators by walking along the parade route. Any flyers or promotional material being handed out must not contain inappropriate language, images, or content of any kind.
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Water Guns & Similar Items:
For safety reasons, and at the recommendation of the Chief of Police, water guns and similar items are not permitted.
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Vehicle & Generator Safety: All vehicles must be driven at a walking pace by a licensed, insured driver age 18 or older. Vehicles should be in safe, working condition. Any entry using a generator must have a fire extinguisher on hand.
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Animals: All animals must be leashed, under control, and cleaned up after by their handlers at all times.
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Pre-Parade Inspections: Floats, vehicles, and participants will be checked before the parade begins to ensure safety and compliance. Any issues must be corrected before joining the lineup.
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Appropriate Content: Entries must be family-friendly. Flags, banners, clothing, and signs with offensive or obscene language or imagery are not allowed.
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Alcohol & Drugs: Possession or use of alcohol or illegal substances is strictly prohibited on floats, along the parade route, and in all staging areas.
For questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to Ty Wilson, Executive Director and Parade Chair (ty@mainstreethammonton.org)