Join us for an unforgettable Independence Day 250 Year Celebration filled with live music, food & drinks, and a spectacular fireworks display! Groove to great tunes, sip on your favorite beverages, and watch the night sky light up in a dazzling tribute to freedom. Bring your friends and family for a night of fun, festivities, and patriotic pride!
***Due to our incoming construction on Highway 21, this event has been temporarily moved to Stearns Park for 2026. We will be back at Scott Park in 2027***
Saturday, July 4th 2026
Line Up Time: 10:30am
Line Up Location: TBD
Parade Start Time: 12:00pm
Parade Policies:
Entries that do not follow the policies will not be permitted to participate
Future Omro invites you to join the fun at our 4th of July Parade — a proud community tradition full of red, white, and blue spirit! Whether you walk, ride, decorate a float, or wave from the float, there’s a place for everyone. Show off your patriotic pride with festive outfits, themed decorations, or even a decked-out bike or wagon! After the parade, stick around for more family fun and celebration in the heart of Omro. Let’s light up the town with community spirit this 4th of July!
No throwing candy from floats or vehicles — for the safety of children, candy must be handed out while walking along the parade route.
Water-spraying or water-shooting entries are not permitted.
Animal entries must be accompanied by clean-up supplies (shovels required).
Car clubs are limited to 6 vehicles, must line up 2 by 2, and should be decorated to match the parade theme.
Business entries are limited to 1 vehicle, also decorated to theme.
No bumper-butting allowed at any time during the procession.
Jim Koepnick/Oshkosh Northwestern
Jim Koepnick/Oshkosh Northwestern
Jim Koepnick/Oshkosh Northwestern
Jim Koepnick/Oshkosh Northwestern
2026 4th of July Parade Registration
Registration due by June 26th
Volunteer with us!
We know every hour counts, and we make it a priority to celebrate those who give their time:
Official Volunteer Lanyards
Limited-Edition Volunteer Buttons (available during select events or seasons)
Free meal & drink when volunteering for 2+ hours
Volunteer Spotlight on Facebook and our website
Social media shoutouts for individuals and groups
End-of-Year Appreciation Post
Volunteer Kickoff invitation
Bring-a-Friend Bonus: Receive a limited-edition button
Future Omro Volunteer T-Shirt (sponsorship pending)!
Group Volunteers from Nonprofits, School Groups, 4-H Groups, Clubs, Teams and More receive additional perks! Please review our volunteer tab for additional information.
Sign Up Here For the 4th : volunteersignup.org/Y3M88
Craft & Vendor Event
Kick off your 4th of July with a day of shopping and fun at our Craft & Vendor Event! Browse a fantastic selection of handmade crafts, unique goods, and local treasures from talented artisans and vendors. Whether you're looking for home décor, gifts, or festive finds, there's something for everyone. Come celebrate, shop, and support local businesses as we gear up for an unforgettable Independence Day in Omro!
Interested in being a vendor?
New Online Application & Payment Option
Printable Application & Send in Payment Option
Basket Raffle
Each basket is filled with incredible goodies from all over Wisconsin! All proceeds go directly to the Future Omro Chamber, a nonprofit dedicated to organizing family-friendly events, supporting local businesses, and enhancing community life in Omro. Every ticket helps us continue to bring you celebrations like the 4th of July, vendor fairs, holiday happenings, and more—all while investing back into our local economy.
Thank You to our 2025 Basket Raffle Sponsors
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XRoads41
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Road America
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Milwaukee Brewers
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Green Bay Packers
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Milwaukee Admirals
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Skyline Comedy Club
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Milwaukee Wave
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Milwaukee Milkmen
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Oriental Trading
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Lake Country Dockhounds
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Green Bay Rockers
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The Wisconsin Herd
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Urban Air
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Shipping Containers Unlimited
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Badger Sports Park
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Rocky Rococo
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Scheels
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Green Bay Gamblers
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The Paine Art Center and Gardens
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Raising Cane's
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Mole Lake Casino
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Fleet Farm
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Valley Fair & Soak City
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Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures
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Costco
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Ho-Chunk Gaming Wittenberg
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Chick-fil-A
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Sybaris Pool Suites
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Buffalo Phil's Pizza & Grille
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Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
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Milwaukee Public Museum
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Sprecher Brewing Company
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Festival Foods
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Gourmet Gift Baskets
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Fox Cities PAC
Thank you to our 2025 Quacker 500 Sponsors
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Red's Piggly Wiggly
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Omro Pharmacy
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Shipping Containers Unlimited
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Oblewski Trucking LLC
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Wedgewood Golf Course & Grill
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Milksource- Omro Dairy
Volunteer with Us—
Be the Heart of Our Community!
We can't do it without YOU! Volunteers are the driving force behind everything we do, from community events to local initiatives that make Omro a better place to live, work, and play. Whether you have a little time or a lot, your passion and energy make a real difference. Come be a part of something bigger—meet new people, have fun, and help shape the future of our community!
Ready to jump in? Get involved today!
Questions? Call Karissa at 920-666-5881
Thank you to our Independence Day Celebration Sponsors
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Red's Piggly Wiggly
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Omro Pharmacy
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Shipping Containers Unlimited
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Omro Building Center
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Ray's Sanitation
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The Berlin Journal
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Omro Chiropractic Center LLC
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Oblewski Trucking
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Bosquez Chiropractic & Wellness Center
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Wedgewood Golf Course & Grill
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Milksource- Omro Dairy
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Rogge's Foods
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Dauntless Soul Brew Co.
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City of Omro
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Generac
Sponsor Our Fireworks
Future Omro & Our Amazing Fireworks Sponsors!
Our Independence Day Celebration wouldn’t be possible without the support of Future Omro and our incredible sponsors! Thanks to their generosity, we can continue to bring a spectacular fireworks display and an unforgettable community celebration year after year.
Want to help light up the sky? Sponsorship opportunities are always available!