What you need to know: 4th of July Pet Parade in Bend
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Bend, Ore. – (June 26, 2025) – Bend Park and Recreation District’s July 4th Pet Parade is a community tradition since 1924 and is an annual tradition to mark the Independence Day holiday.
The parade has a new start time this year! The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. Lineup for the parade starts at 8:30 a.m. at Harmon Park.
Parade participants are encouraged to arrive in costume with a pet or stuffed animal and on pulled wagons, bikes or trikes. Parade spectators are also welcome to watch all the action on the parade route.
One of the largest parades in Central Oregon, it is anticipated that more than 8,000 people participate and watch the parade.
“The pet parade is a favorite tradition and nearly equal numbers of spectators as participants in the parade,” said Julie Brown, BPRD community engagement director. “The weather forecast looks warm, so we encourage everyone to plan ahead for their health and safety as well as pets.”
Volunteers needed
Volunteers are needed to help as monitors on the parade route and to assist with clean-up after the parade. Information and volunteer sign up available on the website.
Parade route
Parade staging is set for Harmon Park and the route will head north on Harmon Boulevard to Newport Avenue, east on Newport to Wall Street and on to the finish at Drake Park.
The morning parade will conclude before the warmest part of July 4th