Montpelier's Independence Day Parade

The City of Montpelier, Vermont, is proud to participate in this beloved annual event! Our City is celebrating "250 Together" by having our City Council, City Staff, and City committee & board members march together alongside our newest DPW vehicle, a 10-wheeled Dump Truck. Montpelier serves our community every day, and the infrastructure work this dump truck performs helps make events like this possible. Thank you for sharing this day with us!

The Vermont Democratic Party is marching with Congresswoman Becca Balint and other local elected officials. Democrats are proud to represent Montpelierites and Vermonters across the state as we work to lower costs for working families, defend our democracy and environment, and ensure every voice is heard.

Catamount Pipe Band is proudly based in Montpelier, Vermont. Come see us at 6:30 on Tuesday evenings at Montpelier High School to find out about joining the band. More info is available at catamountpb.org

Please welcome Pelin Kohn, Montpelier City Councilor and candidate for the Vermont House of Representatives. She believes good public service begins with listening to people, bringing neighbors together, and working collaboratively to solve problems. Pelin is proud to celebrate Independence Day alongside friends, family, neighbors, supporters, and the Montpelier community.

It is an annual tradition for the USS Montpelier (SSN 765) sailors to participate in Montpelier's Fourth of July activities. Montpelier is the boat's namesake city. This year, they come to Montpelier from Norfolk, Virginia.

Anne Watson is running for re-election as a Vermont State Senator to represent the voters of Washington County, plus the towns of Stowe, Orange, and Braintree. She believes in protecting voting rights, defending democracy, and she believes that we can both be good stewards of our environment and build more housing. She's a high school science and math teacher, a coach, a gardener, and a mom. Vermont needs creative, listening, problem solvers in the legislature, and Anne is all of those things, so remember to vote for Anne Watson in the Primary on August 11th!

Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas (rhymes with Kansas) proudly celebrates 250 years of Democracy in Vermont. In a democracy We the People have the power to tell our leaders what we need and we have the power to make the change we want to see in Vermont. Sarah is working hard to ensure every eligible Vermonter can cast a ballot in Free Fair and Accessible elections.

Welcome Miss Vermont's Teen 2026 Zoey Clopton of Jericho. Zoey is a rising junior at Mount Mansfield Union HIgh School. She earned a $3,000 scholarship AND a full tuition scholarship to both the University of Alabama and Mississippi State University. Join us in wishing Zoey the best of luck - she will be heading to the national Miss America's Teen competition next month!

Celebrating their 175th anniversary, Community National Bank, Vermont’s Community Bank, has been serving Vermont communities since 1851. They have offices in Montpelier, Barre, Derby, Derby Line, Barton, Enosburg Falls, Island Pond, Lyndonville, Morrisville, Newport, St. Johnsbury and Troy and Loan Production offices in Burlington, VT and Lebanon, NH. Community National Bank says thank you for your continued trust and support! Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend!

Candidate for governor Aly Richards is a passionate Vermonter and mom to twin boys, and she’s running for governor to make our state the best in the nation for working families. That’s the Vermont we know and love, but right now, too many of us feel like our dreams are out of reach and Aly knows Vermonters want change.
To do this, Aly wants to build housing Vermonters can actually afford, drive down health care costs, protect our state from the dysfunction in Washington, and invest in our rural communities.

The Vermont Mountaineers Baseball Team is a member of the New England Collegiate Baseball League. Over the past twenty four seasons, hundreds of collegiate players from all over the U.S. have come to Montpelier to improve their skills playing summer baseball and furthering their dreams of playing in the major leagues. We have three championships and look forward to another successful year providing the Central Vermont area top notch baseball and entertainment at Montpelier's Recreational Field.

People of Japan America Society of Vermont are always great friends of Vermont people. We are working hard for introducing Japanese culture to Vermonters. On September 20th, Japan America Society of Vermont will present Matsuri, which is Japanese Culture Festival at South Burlington High School in South Burlington. It is a free entry. We don't charge anyone. Please Join us!!!

Honeybee Steelband and The Swarm have crafted a joyful expression of Joni Mitchell's "Big Yellow Taxi" tune that brings awareness to environmental protection and care for all species. They envision a safe world where pollinators are no longer endangered by loss of habitat and chemical agriculture. "Give me spots on my apples, but leave me the birds and the bees - Please!"

We are Capitol Advocates Together, a local group of Green Mountain Self-Advocates. We are a disability rights group. Together we shine because we contribute to our society. We give back to our communities. We are hard workers. We speak up for ourselves and others. We speak up for the rights of people with disabilities. We all belong.

Charity Clark is the Attorney General for the State of Vermont. This year, she is running for a third term to continue her work protecting Vermonters, especially kids, and fighting for democracy.

Here comes the Onion River Bike Brigade! These folks are celebrating Independence Day by celebrating life on two wheels. Shake off the shackles of your car and join them! What better way to spend time with friends than coasting through a beautiful summer's evening on a bicycle?

Orchard Valley Waldorf School proudly joins this year's "250 Together!" celebration. Guided by the timeless values of community, stewardship, creativity, and civic responsibility, Orchard Valley nurtures young people who are inspired to contribute their unique gifts to the world around them. Through arts, academics, practical skills, and meaningful relationships, students learn that individual growth and community well-being go hand in hand. As we celebrate 250 years of our nation's journey, Orchard Valley reminds us that the future is built when individuals discover their gifts and use them in service of their community.

AllTogetherNow!'s mission is to awaken and strengthen community through celebration, education, the arts, and our relationship to one another with the natural world. We celebrate the interdependence and diversity of all life. All Together we are stronger and beautiful.

Next is Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak! For two terms, Mike has worked to lower healthcare and housing costs for Vermont families — and he's just getting started. As we mark 250 years of this nation, Mike believes our best days are still in front of us if we stand together.

The Green Mountain Giddyup is a group of dancers and parade enthusiasts located right here in central Vermont. Loosely styled after the "dance krewes" of New Orleans, they do synchronized dance routines to your favorite dance jams from the 80s-2000s. They are excited to celebrate the vibrancy of the central Vermont dance scene through their participation in Montpelier's July 3rd parade.

The Vermont Public Interest Research Group, or VPIRG, works to promote and protect the health of Vermont’s people, environment, and locally-based economy by informing and mobilizing individuals and communities across the state. Today VPIRG is here with staff, volunteers, and members featuring their Democracy Vermont campaign and summer canvass operation.

The Vermont AFL-CIO is proud to represent over 17,000 working Vermonters, from nurses to state employees to construction workers and grocery workers. Today, the Vermont labor movement celebrates the role of organized labor in our nation's history and looks forward to the passage of Proposal 3, the Workers' Rights Amendment, this November.

Charlie O 's has been Charlie O's for 50 of Montpelier's 150 years! A dive for nice people since the war between the states. Everybody welcomed! Free advice!

Born during the pandemic, Providence Drum Troupe is a dynamic nonprofit ensemble of more than 30 musicians, performers, and giant puppets in fantastical costumes. Fully mobile and self-contained, they bring interactive funk, world beat, and pop tunes to the street with custom LED illuminated drum rigs and self-powered vocals. Their mission is to connect creative forces for the greater good and invite children and children at heart to dance, celebrate, and enjoy being alive in this wondrous world. Providence Drum Troupe is known for bringing beautifully weird joy wherever they go.

Lloyd Plumbing, Heating, Air and Electrical. Expert Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electrical Home Service. Family Owned & Operated. Serving Central Vermont Chittenden, Orange & Washington Counties. Lloyds, taking care of you!

Amanda Janoo is running for Governor because every Vermonter should be secure in their basic needs. That means investing in Vermonters with universal primary care, affordable housing, and strong public schools. Learn more at Janooforvt.com.

Kate McCann is seeking reelection and Jared Duval is seeking election for State Rep in Montpelier. We are both part of the Democratic party. Kate is a public school teacher and Jared works for the Agency of Natural Resources. We are both dedicated to listening to and serving the residents of Montpelier and Vermonters statewide.

The summit School of Traditional Music and Culture believes in bringing people of all ages together through music. The musicians on our float are all alumni of our Youth Trad Band classes. Summit sponsors Fall and Spring classes as well as a variety of special events, workshops, and informal music gethereings. Come play, dance and sing with us! Truck and wagon courtesy of our music loving friends at Bobolink Farm in East Montpelier.

My name is Caleb Curry and I am running for assistant judge for Washington County with Leah Murphy-Jones. I commit to working with our court system and using common sense and good judgment. I hope we can count on your vote!

An America 250 themed truck. The design highlights community spirit, unity, and the enduring ideals that shaped the nation. Celebrating the milestone with symbols of history, resilience, and hope for the next 250 years. Sponsored by Lajeunesse for Vermont, Gabe Lajeunesse, candidate for State Senate, Washington District.

Celebrating this year's "250 Together" theme, The Branches Community Church presents "Together We Bear Fruit." Our float features a large handcrafted fruit tree displaying words like love, joy, peace, and kindness inspired by the biblical fruit of the spirit. Some of the people who attend The Branches will walk alongside the float celebrating community, hope, and unity throughout Montpelier's 250th celebration.

Meet George Washington, an English bulldog named after America’s first president. George is a familiar face at local Fourth of July celebrations and has one primary mission: making people smile. After all, who can resist that squished face? If you see George around town, be sure to give him a wave and a pet.

The Manghis’ Bread celebrates 45 years in Montpelier! Thank you to our community for the support of our small local second generation bakery! We roll for you…

Molly grew up in rural Vermont on a vegetable and dairy farm. She’s a mom, a human rights lawyer and advocate, and a caregiver to her own mom. She’s running for Lt. Governor to make life better for working families, lower costs, and protect the fundamental rights of every Vermonter!

A traditional practice to improve mind and body. It consists of moral teaching and five gentle exercises that are easy to learn, always free, relieves stress, increase energy, brings health and serenity. The universal principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Tolerances are the core tenets of the practice.

The Vermont Democratic Party is marching with Congresswoman Becca Balint and other local elected officials. Democrats are proud to represent Montpelierites and Vermonters across the state as we work to lower costs for working families, defend our democracy and environment, and ensure every voice is heard.

Team McLaren for Vermont walks with Ryan McLaren for Lieutenant Governor. Ryan is running a campaign rooted in three simple but urgent needs: housing, health care, and hope. Ryan has the experience and resilience to be the people's advocate in creating a future where all Vermonters have the opportunity to thrive.

DANCE AND Movement Center is located in Barre, VT. DAMC is owned and directed by Montpelier resident, MC DeBelina. DAMC is an accessible, collaborative, inclusive space, serving all ages and abilities.

Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers is a fifth-generation Vermonter, small business owner, and lifelong resident of Glover whose roots in agriculture, family, and hard work have shaped his commitment to public service. After serving eight years in the Vermont House and eight years in the Vermont Senate, Rodgers earned a reputation as an independent-minded legislator focused on affordability, constitutional rights, and representing working Vermonters over partisan politics. Today, as Vermont's Lieutenant Governor, he continues to advocate for practical solutions that make Vermont more affordable while preserving the state's rural character and way of life.

"Gerald Malloy for US Congress - Mr. Malloy is a Retired Army Officer, Combat Veteran, Bronze Star recipient and class of 1984 West Point Graduate. Mr. Malloy wants to Serve Vermonters as their next US Congressman and help bring balance to Vermont on a federal level of representation.
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Here are the Washington County Republicans, Offering a Brighter Future for Vermont and celebrating 250 Years - Honoring the Founders, Choosing the Future! VOTE !

Shidaa Projects, Inc. is a Vermont based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on cultural education and diversity through sharing West African dances, drumming and other activities. We do this in two ways; first by conducting workshops and residencies in schools, and second by dance drumming performances in community spaces. Our mission is to promote cultural diversity and inclusivity through the use of these West African cultural educational activities focusing on students and local communities. Through our drum and dance performances and fostering cultural values, we aspire to help students and community members become better citizens with more empathy and understanding of others.

Our entry calls out important components of the U.S. Constitution, one on each sign. For example - freedom of speech, freedom to assemble etc., etc.

Vermonters for Justice in Palestine is inspired by this vision 250 years ago: “We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.”
We hold that these Truths and these Rights are for all people, not only those of us fortunate to be living in the United States of America.
So, the Mission of Vermonters for Justice in Palestine is to support the Palestinian people in their struggle for human rights and to end the illegal, immoral, and brutal Israeli occupation through education, advocacy, and action.
We are committed to the principles of self-determination for the Palestinian people, the right of return for Palestinian refugees, and full civil and political rights for all Palestinians in order to promote the equality and safety of both Palestinians and Israelis.

The Mitzvah Fund is a central Vermont veterinary non profit that services the veterinary needs of qualifying low income seniors, veterans, disabled first responders, unhoused neighbors and domestic abuse victims working with an agency. The Mitzvah Fund team prides themselves on exceptional care of not just the animal but especially the human animal bond.

The Montpelier Rotary Club is proud to participate in this year's July 3rd Parade with a group of Rotarians celebrating our commitment to community service. Following the parade, our members will help clean up the parade route. Through projects like providing monthly bag lunches for Montpelier High School students, the Kitzmiller Coat Drive, youth exchange, scholarships, and local fundraising, the Montpelier Rotary Club is dedicated to making our community stronger.