Independence Day Celebration

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The City of Loveland will hold its annual Independence Day Celebration on July 4, 2026. Join us for a day of free, family fun! The event will be held rain or shine.

Parade Registration

Step back in time and celebrate 150 years of Loveland! Design a float, decorate a classic car, gather your neighbors, or strike up the band for Loveland’s Independence Day Parade.

As part of the City’s Sesquicentennial Celebration, this year’s parade theme is “Loveland Through the Decades – Celebrating 150 Years of Loveland & 250 Years of America.” Participants are encouraged to showcase their favorite era from Loveland’s rich history or highlight a significant chapter in America’s 250-year story. Whether it’s the Roaring Twenties, the Fabulous Fifties, the groovy Seventies, a tribute to America’s founding, westward expansion, innovation and industry, military service, or another defining moment in our nation’s history, bring the sights, sounds, and spirit of the era to life. Join us as we celebrate 150 years of community, tradition, and hometown pride while honoring 250 years of the American experience.

The Independence Day Parade will take place on Saturday, July 4, at 4:00 p.m. Residents, neighborhood groups, community organizations, businesses, and clubs are invited to take part in this special sesquicentennial celebration.

New This Year

Float Competition with Cash Prizes – Gather your friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors and show off your creativity while competing for prize money, bragging rights, and the chance to help bring Loveland’s history to life. Parade floats will be judged as part of our “Loveland Through the Decades” theme competition. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top entries:

o 1st Place — $1,000
o 2nd Place — $750
o 3rd Place — $500

Advance Registration Required – All parade participants must register in advance. For safety and planning purposes, unregistered vehicles or groups will not be permitted in the parade lineup.

Application Deadline – Parade applications must be submitted by Friday, June 19.

For additional information or questions, please contact Misty Clark at mclark@lovelandoh.gov or 513-707-1437.

Join us as we celebrate the people, places, and memories that have shaped Loveland over the past 150 years!

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Calling All Unique Vendors! The City of Loveland is seeking fun, creative, and out-of-the-ordinary vendors for our Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4!

We’re looking for vendors that add excitement, entertainment, and interactive experiences to the event. While we have already secured our food vendors, we’re interested in hearing from businesses, artists, creators, performers, and specialty vendors offering something different and memorable.

Examples of vendors already participating include:

Wood carving demonstrations
Caricature artist
Face painting
Glow merchandise vendor
Permanent Jewelry

We’re especially interested in:

Interactive activities
Demonstrations
Novelty items
Games and challenges
Hands-on experiences
Specialty products
Patriotic-themed offerings
Family-friendly entertainment

If your business offers something fun, unusual, or unexpected, we’d love to hear from you!

Event Details

Date: Saturday, July 4
Vendor Setup Complete By: 3:30 p.m.
Event Hours: Vendors must remain open through 9:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Loveland

Space is limited and vendors will be selected based on the uniqueness of their offerings and how they enhance the overall event experience.

For vendor information and application details, contact Misty Clark at mclark@lovelandoh.gov.

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Adult Spelling Bee
A Battle of Wits at the July 4 Celebration

It’s time to settle the score—who’s the best speller in town? We’re bringing a little friendly fire to the Fourth with our brand-new Adult Spelling Bee. This isn’t just for bragging rights—it’s for glory.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Prove it.

Teams of up to 3 adults (18+ years and older)
$15 entry fee per team
One mulligan (second chance) available for $5—must be purchased at registration
Teams have 30 seconds to confer before one teammate steps to the mic
Miss the word and you’re out—unless you’ve got that mulligan to stay in the game!

This is fast, fierce, and surprisingly intense. Words will fly. Teams will fall. Only one will emerge as the ultimate champions of the Bee.

When: July 4 @ 6pm
Where: Railroad Avenue Stage
Register Now

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Pie Eating Contest

Rules and Details:

· No hands allowed

· Whoever eats the most of one pie in 5 minutes or whoever finishes their pie – whichever comes first!

· Must be 18 or order

· Location: Community Stage

· Please arrive by 8:15pm to check in – contest will begin at 8:30pm

· There may be 2 rounds depending on number of registrants

Register Here

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Lip Sync Battle

7:00 PM • Community Stage (smaller stage)

Think you have what it takes to bring down the house without singing a single note? Grab your friends, pick your favorite family-friendly song, and join our Lip Sync Battle!

Whether you’re channeling a pop superstar, rocking out to a classic anthem, or putting your own hilarious spin on a favorite tune, this is your chance to shine. Costumes, props, and dance moves are encouraged—but not required. Enthusiasm and stage presence are what count!

Participants will sign up in advance and provide the song they plan to perform. Solo acts, duos, and groups are all welcome. Keep it fun, creative, and family-friendly as you entertain the crowd and celebrate Independence Day in unforgettable fashion.

So warm up those air vocals, practice your best moves, and get ready to become a star for the night!

Registration is required. Family-friendly songs and performances only.

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Thank You To Our Sponsors!

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Activity Schedule

Full Activity Schedule:

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Shuttle Transportation

FREE parking shuttles will be running continuously.

• Shuttle pick-up locations will be at Loveland High School (1 Tiger Trail) and the Loveland Early Childhood Center (6740 Loveland-Miamiville Road).
• Drop-off locations will be at Riverside Drive (near Veterans’ Memorial) and Third Street (near fire station).
• Please note eventgoers will need to walk to the festivities from the drop-off locations.  
• The shuttles are not wheelchair accessible.

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Road & Parking Closures

This large event requires temporary road closures and parking restrictions.

Parking Restrictions: July 3-4

Due to parade and shuttle routes, some or all parking spaces will be affected in the following locations:

• Harrison Avenue
• Kiwanis Park
• Park Avenue
• Railroad Avenue near Paxton’s Grill
• Railroad Avenue near Nisbet Park
• Railroad Depot Lot (Public lot near Fleet Feet)
• Riverside Drive
• Third Street
• West Loveland Avenue in Historic Downtown

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