The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce is inviting the entire community to take part in the 2026 4th of July Parade as part of a patriotic celebration honoring America’s 250th Birthday. Organizers are hoping to reach an exciting goal of 250 parade entries to make this one of the largest and most memorable Independence Day parades in Willow Springs history.
The Chamber is encouraging all types of parade entries and wants the message to be clear: any parade entry is welcome! If you can show your patriotism, community pride, creativity, or simply want to be part of the celebration, the Chamber wants you in the lineup.
Entries may include churches, businesses, civic groups, nonprofit organizations, families, neighborhood groups, local high school bands, cheerleaders, sports teams, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, VFW, American Legion, dance groups, tractors, classic cars, motorcycles, horses, golf carts, floats, walking groups, emergency vehicles, and more. Whether your entry is large or small, decorated or simple, everyone is encouraged to participate. “This parade is about celebrating our country, our community, and bringing people together,” said the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce. “We want this to be a true community-wide celebration, and no entry is too big, too small, or too unique. If you want to celebrate America and Willow Springs, we want you in the parade.”
The parade will begin with line-up at 9:00 a.m. at the Willow Springs High School parking lot, with participants entering off 10th Street near the football field. The parade will officially step off at 10:00 a.m., traveling from Ferguson, down Main Street, and ending at Booster Field. Best of all, entry is completely free, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun and celebrate this historic milestone.
Parade registration is now open. Entry forms can be completed online at: willowspringschamber/2026-4th-of-july-parade-entry-form The Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce encourages residents, organizations, businesses, and community groups to start planning now and help create a patriotic parade worthy of 250 years of American independence. For more information, contact the Willow Springs Chamber of Commerce
