Celebrate the 4th of July at Humboldt Park

The City of Milwaukee’s Fourth of July festivities will once again take place - on Thursday, July 4, 2024.  Milwaukee has long celebrated the Fourth of July with community events throughout the city, a tradition dating back to 1911.  This year, Milwaukee will celebrate this great American holiday with parades, picnics, games, talent contests, fireworks and more.

2024 Theme: Working Together for a Better U.S.A.

Free Family Fun

Schedule:

9:00 a.m - 10:15 a.m: Parade: Start at South Kinnickinnic Ave. and East Lincoln Ave. to Park
Info: Parade Marshall, Jeff Kleczka, 414-840-4445

12:00 p.m - 12:30 p.m: Registration: Children’s Decorated Vehicle Contest: Ages 2-12
Doll Buggy: Ages 2-8, Coaster: Ages 3-10, Tricycle: Ages 3-7, Bicycle: Ages 7-12
Info: Chairperson, Maryanne Loppnow, 414-531-5744

12:15 p.m - 1:00 p.m: Donut and Donut Hole Eating Contest: In front of Park Pavilion
Registration at 12:15, Adults and Youth, with Prizes. Water bottle provided.
Info: Chairperson, Rebecca Sommer, 414-391-0935

12:30 p.m - 1:00 p.m: Children’s Entertainment: "The Princess of Magic" - Julie Sobanski, Magician
Performance during Children’s Contest Judging

12:30 p.m - 1:00 p.m: Children’s Decorated Vehicle Contest Judging:
Theme, Décor, Originality and Workmanship

1:00 p.m - 1:45 p.m: Children’s Decorated Vehicle Parade with Awards presented to All

2:30 p.m - 5:00 p.m: Talent Contest at Chalet – Gift Card Prizes: Ages 5-10, 11-14, 15-19
Info: Pre-register by Monday June 24th: Char Crippen, 414-750-4894

7:00 p.m - 7:15 p.m: Posting of the colors, National Anthem, Awards announced and Presentations
7:15 p.m - 9:00 p.m: Chalet Entertainment
9:15 p.m - 9:45 p.m: City of Milwaukee Fireworks