Road Closures Planned for 4th of July Parade on Thursday, July 4, 2024

The Fremont 4th of July Parade will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in Downtown Fremont. Fremont Police Department asks attendees to please refrain from bringing backpacks and large bags into the parade area. All bags are subject to search. In addition, UAVs (drones) will not be permitted to fly over the parade route or within the event venue. Only official parade participants with credentials will be allowed to enter the staging area and parade route. Please plan ahead—several major roadways will be closed during the parade. All road closures will begin on July 4 from approximately 6:00 am and roads are expected to reopen by 2:00 pm Please expect heavy traffic and delays in the area for the duration of the event. Road closures are as follows:

• Paseo Padre Parkway (both directions full closure between Mowry Avenue and Stevenson Boulevard)
• Capitol Avenue (between State Street and Paseo Padre Parkway)
• Hastings Street (between Capitol Avenue and Mowry Avenue)
• Walnut Avenue (between Liberty Street and Civic Center Drive)
• Liberty Street (between Beacon Avenue and Capitol Avenue)
• Stevenson Blvd. (between Civic Center Drive and Paseo Padre Pkwy.)

Please note there is no public parking at the Fremont Main Library parking lot. The location will be used as a staging area for parade floats. For event information, public parking, and parade route, please visit: Fremont 4th.

As we celebrate this 4^th of July season, please remember all fireworks are banned in the City of Fremont. Visit our website on how to report illegal fireworks. 

During all events, always be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activities. We ask: If You See Something, Say Something. If you see suspicious behavior or situations, do not confront the individuals involved. In a non-emergency, call Fremont Police Department at (510) 790-6800 option 3 or TEXT-A-TIP: text “TIP FREMONTPD” followed by your message to 888-777. In an emergency or to report a crime in progress, please dial 9-1-1.