What’s better than candy, friends, and music?
Nothing! So, you do not want to miss the 2023 Freedom Festival parade–returning to Downtown Cedar Rapids on June 24th!
A copy of the parade rules are available below.
Awards will be given for the following categories:
• Judges’ Choice
• Most Patriotic
• Originality / Best Use of Theme (MARCHING FORWARD TOGETHER)
• Best Performance / Use of Music
• The Leonard Pfeifer Award – Best Original Float
Parade winners will be announced at Greene Square immediately following the parade
(this is also where IMAGINATION! Square by Tanager Place will be held from 11 – 1 PM!)
SPECIAL THANKS TO THESE SPONSORS FOR MAKING THIS EVENT POSSIBLE:
Presenting sponsor: Hy-Vee, Event sponsors: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust, Terry Durin Company, Lil’ Drug Store, Integrated Connection, and Media sponsors: KCRG, KHAK, and Mediacom!
All vendor registrations are subject to approval by UI Trademark Licensing. Only licensees in good standing will be approved.
Each year thousands of Eastern Iowa residents and visitors join together to celebrate our nation’s birthday by enjoying the many events and activities of the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival. More than 400,000 area residents and visitors attend the Freedom Festival each year. The Freedom Festival begins in June and culminates with the annual Celebration of Freedom Fireworks on July 4th.
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