The Arlington Independence Day Parade is the largest in Texas and one of the biggest in the United States. As the longest-running annual event in Arlington, it has been named the Best Parade of Its Size in Texas for the second consecutive year by the Texas Festivals and Events Association.

Shining Bright Since ’65, Arlington Independence Day Parade, Diamond Jubilee

The 2025 Arlington Independence Day Parade theme is “Shining Bright Since ’65, Arlington Independence Day Parade, Diamond Jubilee.”

Sponsor the Parade

The parade association is a nonprofit funded by community organizations, businesses, and individuals, and we couldn’t continue this 60 year Arlington tradition without folks like you!

Contact Us

Contact the parade committee at 817-330-9USA or at info@arlington4th.org.

 Business Entries

• 1st place – Texas Appliance
• 2nd place – Arlington Board of Realtors
• 3rd place – Larry Stinson Plumbing

 Cheer Teams

• 1st place – Martin High School
  
• 2nd place – Lamar High School
• 3rd place – Arlington High School

 Decorated Vehicles

• 1st place – Pair of Pirates
• 2nd place – North Texas Jeep Club
• 3rd place – DFW Birthday Parades

 Drill Teams

• 1st place – Martin High School
• 2nd place – Bowie High School

 Mounted Units

• 1st place – Ranchos Los Dos Potros
• 2nd place – General Motors
• 3rd place – TCSO Posse

 Music

• 1st place – AHS Alumni Band

 Spiritual Groups

• 1st place – Christian Motorcycle Association
• 2nd place – St. John the Apostle
• 3rd place – Southern USA Falun Dafa

 Vintage Vehicles

• 1st place – Nostalgia Warehouse
• 2nd place – Arlington Historical Society
• 3rd place – Lone Star Region