Registration Open for Gatlinburg Fourth of July Midnight Parade

Businesses, community and civic organizations are invited to participate in the 41st annual parade saluting the valiant men and women of our military services in the first July fourth parade in the nation! The Gatlinburg Fourth of July Midnight Parade starts at the stroke of midnight to begin Independence Day. Floats, balloons, and marching bands pay tribute to our country during this Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event.

To apply for participation in the Gatlinburg Fourth of July Midnight Parade, you must submit an application.

The application fee schedule is as follows:

• Advanced Registration: February 1- June 1 @11:59 am – NO FEE
• Registration: June 1@ 12:00 pm to June 13 @11:59 am – $50 FEE
• Registration: June 13 @12:00 pm to June 20 @11:59 PM – $100 FEE
• Registration ENDS: June 20 @ 12:00 pm noon

You can download the application at Gatlinburg.com or pick up a copy at the Events Office at 207 Cherokee Orchard Road in Gatlinburg. If you have questions or need information about the parade, contact Cheryl Wilkins at 865-436-0505.

All applications must be received in the Events Office by June 20, 2016 no later than 12 p.m.