By Shannon Lukens. Cover photo is a file photo from 4th of July 2018.

 

The theme of the 2025 4^th of July Parade in Steamboat is “Salute to Dog Town USA.”

Grand Marshals are Elaine Hicks, Executive Director of the Routt County Humane Society, and Kathy Connell with Steamboat Digs Dogs.

It’s time to register your float for the parade, which is at 10 a.m. on the 4^th of July. The deadline to register is June 27. The cost is $125 for a community group and non-profit, and $275 for political groups and businesses.

Find out more at SteamboatChamber.com

Register your float

 

Press Release from the Steamboat Springs Chamber; May 19, 2025.

Presenting the 2025 Fourth of July Parade Theme & Grand Marshals

Steamboat Springs, Colorado – May 19, 2025 – The Steamboat Springs Fourth of July Parade, presented by the Steamboat Springs Chamber and Yampa Valley Bank, will take place Friday, July 4 at 10 a.m. on Lincoln Avenue between 6^th and 10^th streets.

Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to participate in this deep-rooted Independence Day tradition with a parade float. Judging will occur in front of the judge’s stage on the corner of 8th & Lincoln Ave., and performances will be judged on originality, creativity, and spirit.

“Yampa Valley Bank is proud to celebrate this year’s ‘Salute to Dog Town USA’ themed 4th of July parade in Steamboat, honoring the furry friends that make our community special,” said PJ Wharton, President and CEO of Yampa Valley Bank. “We’re especially thrilled to recognize Elaine Hicks, Executive Director at Routt County Humane Society and Kathy Connell, President of Steamboat Digs Dogs—two inspiring leaders who have made a lasting impact on animal welfare in the Yampa Valley.”

Float registration for the parade is now open. The price to register is $125 for community groups and non-profits, and $275 for for-profit businesses and political groups. The deadline to register is June 27, 2025.

“The Fourth of July parade is a special opportunity for the Yampa Valley community to come together and honor our western heritage,” said Sarah Leonard, CEO at the Steamboat Springs Chamber. “Our Chamber team, Steamboat Springs Police Dept., sponsors, and float participants work hard to bring the parade to life each year, and we look forward to carrying on this tradition once again.”

Learn more about Steamboat Springs’ Fourth of July celebration and register a parade float by visiting steamboatchamber.com or clicking here.

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Celebrating over 100 years of service in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the Steamboat Springs Chamber works to support a vibrant, healthy economy in Steamboat Springs and surrounding areas. The Chamber also serves as the Destination Organization for Steamboat Springs, elevating visitor experiences and promoting Destination Stewardship of the area. To learn more please visit steamboatchamber.com or call (970) 879-0880.

 

From the Steamboat Chamber website.

Fourth of July Celebration

Since 1927, the Fourth of July in Steamboat Springs has celebrated more than national pride – it’s an annual opportunity for the Yampa Valley community to honor our Western heritage. Deep-rooted Independence Day traditions like the largest Pro Rodeo Series event of the summer and a hometown parade will be happening again in Steamboat Springs!

We’re excited to present this year’s parade theme,  “A Salute to Dog Town USA,” which will include Grand Marshals Elaine Hicks, Executive Director at Routt County Humane Society, and Kathy Connell, President of Steamboat Digs Dogs. Review weekend events, transportation logistics, and how to participate below so you can be ready for this special celebration.