Aptos 4th of July Parade & Party in the Park

Aptos, World's Shortest 4th of July Parade July 4, 2023, 10 a.m. Party in the Park 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

2024: Cultivating Community

Grand Marshals: Zach Friend

Aptos Village Park
100 Aptos Creek Road
Aptos, CA 95003
aptoschamber.com

Parade route: World's Shortest Parade starts at 10 a.m. at intersection of State Park Drive & Soquel Drive. It ends at the Trout Gulch & Soquel Drive intersection.

 Distance = 4 to 6 blocks / 0.4 to  0.6 miles depending on who's measuring

 Hosted by the Aptos Chamber of Commerce.

Parade categories: Antique/Classic Car or Truck 1969 or older | Decorated Car or Truck 1970 & newer | Undecorated Car or Business | Float | Walkers/Bicyclists | Band | Pets | Children's Group | School

Party in the Park

11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Aptos Village Park
Family Fun Day! Something for the whole family: kids games, face painting, pony rides, zorbs, bounce houses, kids crafts, food trucks, caterers, beer, wine and concert with James Durbin & the Lost Boys

 This family-friendly entertainment for all ages is brought to you by the Aptos Chamber of Commerce. $5 donation is recommended though not required. It helps defer costs and bring this glorious event to the public each year.

Events are deemed reliable but are subject to change. Please confirm details before going.