The Village of Mount Prospect 4th of July Parade is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, beginning at 1 PM at the corner of Emerson Street and Prospect Avenue.

The Special Events Commission would like to invite all civic, youth and neighborhood groups, businesses, schools, churches and elected officials to participate in the 2024 parade.

We welcome floats, decorated vehicles, walkers, bikes and anything that provides music and entertainment for the thousands of people who line the parade route.  For businesses, this is a great opportunity to gain valuable exposure in the community.  The parade is televised and is shown on our local cable channel many times throughout the summer months.

The 2024 parade entry form can be found here. Submit your form to the Special Events Commission via email at mountprospectsec@gmail.com.

The application deadline is June 17, 2024. If your act requires payment, submit a formal quote with your application.

Safety Statement from Mount Prospect Police Chief Michael Eterno

Following the horrific tragedy that occurred in Highland Park last year, the Mount Prospect Police Department, along with numerous other law enforcement agencies, have been re-examining ways to enhance security measures at parades and other public events. The safety of the Mount Prospect community has always been and will continue to be our top priority. We are working with other law enforcement partners, the Mount Prospect Fire Department, Mount Prospect Public Works Department, the Mount Prospect Special Events Commission, and the Mount Prospect Lions Club to ensure that all necessary precautions are taken to make this year’s parade as safe as possible. This year, the Mount Prospect Police Department will be adding additional security measures and resources in and around the parade route.

Parade Route

Starts at Emerson & Prospect to Central, ending at Melas Park.

Please watch for traffic along the parade route prior to the closing of Prospect Avenue (approximately 12:45 PM)! Do not allow children to run or play in Prospect Avenue before or during the parade. 

Road Closures & Parking

Prospect Avenue (from William St. to Central Rd.) and Central Road (from the railroad tracks to Melas Park) will be closed to vehicle traffic starting at approximately 9:30AM. Patrons of businesses can use side streets to navigate and park their vehicles. Village parking decks and commuter lots will remain fully accessible. Roads will reopen in stages immediately following the parade, approximately 3 PM.