Join us as we celebrate America 250

Idaho America250 4th of July Parade from Boise

America 250

Idaho America250 4th of July Parade from Boise Schedule of Events

7:00 - 10:00am: Veteran Entrepreneurial Alliance (VEA) Community Breakfast - Cecil D. Andrus Park
9:00 - 9:30am: Zamzows Patriotic Pet Parade - available live on Fox9
10:00 - 11:30am: Idaho America250 4th of July Parade - available live on CBS2/Fox9, KLEW-TV and Idaho Public TV
10:15pm (dusk): City of Boise Fireworks Celebration Ann Morrison Park

Idaho Americ250 4th of July Parade from Boise
2026 Theme: America250

Come gather in Idaho’s Capital City to celebrate our 250th Anniversary! We’ll honor our founding fathers, mothers and those who have sacrificed for our freedoms we enjoy today. As we celebrate together we can ensure our Great Nation will endure another 250 years. The downtown Boise parade travels on Jefferson and Bannock streets in front of the State Capitol. Our community comes together to celebrate our freedoms and the blessing it is to be an American.

Join the festivities as a parade participant or spectator. Judged parade entries will compete for prize money to support Idaho non-profits. Businesses, organizations, and families are all welcome to come together and show that United We Stand for a strong community, city and nation.

Join the festivities as a parade participant or spectator. Judged parade entries will compete for prize money to support Idaho non-profits. Area musicians can join the Armada Honor Marching Band & Color Guard to add to the patriotic celebration. Businesses, organizations, and families are all welcome to come together and show that United We Stand for a strong community, city and nation.

Idaho America250 Grand Marshal to be announced.

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Mitzi Cheldelin, a tireless advocate for Idaho’s veteran community and the newly appointed Director of Veterans Outreach & Community Support for the Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS), has been selected as the Grand Marshal for the 2025 Boise 4th of July Parade. This new leadership role—created in recognition of her profound impact on Idaho’s veterans—cements her legacy of service and dedication to ensuring veterans have access to the resources and support they deserve.

Throughout her career, Cheldelin has been a driving force behind veteran advocacy, leading the expansion of Joining Forces, which now includes dedicated chapters across Idaho and an annual conference in Boise. She played a key role in launching the Idaho Veterans Guide and has been instrumental in statewide veteran suicide prevention efforts. Her hands-on approach has directly improved the lives of countless veterans, from helping to secure funding for emergency needs and financial aid to organizing Honor Flight send-offs, POW/MIA tributes, and countless other efforts.

Cheldelin is quick to credit her team at IDVS with emphasis on IDVS Director Mark Tschampl and her second in command Marisa McCarter. Equally important are the many organizations she collaborates with, emphasizing that these achievements are the result of a united effort to serve those who served.

Her selection as Grand Marshal is a testament to her unwavering commitment to Idaho’s veterans and military families. As a leader in veteran outreach and support, she embodies the values of service, sacrifice, and community, making her a truly fitting choice to lead Boise’s Independence Day celebration.

Parade Participation

Businesses, organizations, and families are invited to enter and participate in the parade. Entries can choose to be judged and compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Winning entries will receive $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000 for their charities of choice.

Idaho 4th of July Honor Marching Band and Color Guard

Cancelled

Unfortunately, the Honor Marching Band and Color Guard is not available for the 2025 Idaho 4th of July Honor Marching Band & Color Guard this summer. They have plans to return in 2026.

Call for Volunteers

Many hands make light work. Your hands can help by volunteering prior, during and after the parade.
Volunteers can fill many roles to
ensure the patriotic celebration is memorable and safe.

Come Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday as One Community

Our community is invited to come together to celebrate at the Idaho 4th of July Parade from Boise starting at 7:00am on Saturday, July 4, 2026. You, your family, and others can start the day in Cecil D. Andrus Park for the Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance pancake breakfast. The parade starts at 10:00am from Boise State to the State Capital.

The Idaho 4th of July Parade from Boise would not be possible without Peterson Chevrolet, Micron, and Ahlquist for their important corporate sponsorship, with thanks to CBS2, Fox9, KBOI Radio, and Radio Rancho for being our media partners. The parade is also made possible by Visit Boise the Idaho Democrat and Republican parties, City of Boise, Gravis Law Offices, and In The Bag Promotions.