​Due to the current situation involving COVID-19 and in response to Governor Burgum's guidelines for events, we have had to make the very difficult decision to cancel the Mandan Independence Day Parade. No one is more sad than us!
We are hoping for our "old" normal in 2021.

An Annual Tradition,
Since 1881

 On Saturday, July 4th 2020, tens of thousands of spectators from around the world will line the streets of Mandan, North Dakota to celebrate Independence Day with the region's largest parade.

The 2020 Parade, will feature the beautiful pageantry and tradition of high-stepping equestrians, spirited marching bands, many service organizations and numerous other displays.

The Mandan Road Race begins at 8:00 a.m. and will be run right on Main Street. This 5K run/walk will start at the Mandan Depot and anyone can participate. (Pre-registration to participate can be completed up to 30 minutes prior to race time! Find more at:  MandanRoadRaces.com)

The Street Festival will begin at 8:30 a.m. with historical figures, celebrities and Disney characters wandering Main Street greeting people and taking photographs. Other entertainment will also take part in the celebration.

The Classic Car parade will start at Midway Lanes on the "Strip" and will travel west onto Main Street at 10:00 a.m.



2019 Parade Winners

1st Place - Butcher Block Meats
2nd Place - RJR Maintenance & Management
3rd Place - Dakota Community Bank & Trust
4th Place - A&B Pizza