Overview
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Grinnell! A community-favorite for residents and visitors alike, participate in the annual parade and take in the fireworks!
This year’s Grand Marshal nominations are officially open, with nominations due on the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce website on Friday, June 12. Nominations should explain why an individual, group, or organization should be honored as a grand marshal and include specific examples and information about their contributions to the local Grinnell community. Community members are encouraged to submit nominations. For those wishing to complete a paper copy of the nomination form, the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce, located at 833 4th Ave., Grinnell, IA, has paper copies of the nomination form.
Parade Float Registrations Open
The Grinnell on the Fourth Parade is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, with float line-ups beginning at 3:30 p.m. Currently, the Grinnell Chamber of Commerce is seeking registrations for parade floats, due by noon, Thursday, July 2, 2026, on the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce website or through a paper copy at the Chamber office. There is no cost to enter a float in the parade; all entries must be registered in advance to participate.
Volunteers and Sponsors Needed
The Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce is also recruiting volunteers to help organize the parade line-up. Those interested in volunteering in this year’s parade are encouraged to contact the Chamber office, 641-236-6555, or email communications@getintogrinnell.com. Volunteers are needed to help organize the parade line-up between 3:30-4:50 p.m., but will be free to watch the parade!
Grinnell on the Fourth is supported by Mahaska Communication Group, Clarity Eyecare, Grinnell Mutual and Oakland Acres Golf Club. Additional businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring parade festivities should contact the Chamber office, 641-236-6555, or email events@getintogrinnell.com.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsoring this event provides businesses with broad visibility as the parade weaves through two miles in the heart of Grinnell.
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