How long has the Ralston Chamber of Commerce been doing this?
58 years.
When did you become the only 4th of July parade in Nebraska?
We are the largest, not the only.
What was attendance last year?
40,000+
What do you expect attendance to be this year?
50,000+
How many entries?
100+
What special events surround this parade?
Here is a schedule of events https://ralstonareachamber.org/independence-day
When does it begin?
Independence Day - Ralston Area Chamber of Commerce,
The parade starts at 1pm.
When do you recommend that people should come to get a good spot?
People come to stake out their spots as early as July 1st. To get a good spot on the day of, we recommend that you arrive by 11:30am as people will be in and out participating in the events we have planned that morning as well.
What is the parade route?
The Parade Entry Street is 80th Avenue & Highland, continues onto Oakwood, then Miller Avenue. Onto Main Street for the reviewing stand & performance location and ending at 73rd Street & Main (approx. 1.5 miles total).
What roads will be closed?
Listed above starting at 11am.
What vendors are you expecting?
Maui Wowi, Main Street Cafe, & Ralston Band Parents have been confirmed.
What local stores will be having specials or open for the parade goers to enjoy before or after the parade?
See our website, RalstonAreaChamber.org, for hot deals!
Please tell us about the raffle.
The raffle tickets will be available for purchase beginning June 1st online or in person at the Chamber office on June 15th. Items will include a customized pedal car, gift certificates, & tickets to attractions & sporting events in the Omaha area.
Please tell us how to get involved as sponsors or volunteers.
Contact us via phone or email if you would like to become a sponsor or volunteer at ARoeder@cityofralston.com or 402-339-7737,
