LUDLOW, Vt. – On Saturday, July 4, Ludlow will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a grand parade and other events. Join us for a day of patriotic fun and community spirit.
At 10 a.m., kick off the day with our grand parade. Following the parade, head over to Veterans Park on Main Street for a Johnny Murphy barbecue, live music, dancing, and family-friendly festivities. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson will be there for a meet-and-greet.
We want you in our 1776-themed parade. We are looking for kids with decorated bikes (win a prize for best decorated), civic organizations, local clubs, Black River High School alumni floats, local businesses, performers, classic vehicles, marching groups, and animals (horses, cows, oxen, goats, llamas, etc.). Dress up your dog and win a prize. The parade is open to all surrounding towns.
To be in the parade, contact one of the event cochairs: Kim Lampert, 802-228-4000 or kimberlylampert@bensonschevy.com, or Penny Wu, 802-228-2860 or pwu@ludlow.vt.us.