Red, White & Blue Fun in Cooleemee: Join the July 4th Parade and Community 

on June 19, 2025
Three children join the Cooleemee July 4th Parade; one drives a small red tractor adorned with American flags, pulling a wagon with two more kids and a “Happy 4th” sign. A large green farm vehicle follows in this lively community celebration.
Photo by KC Smith

Get ready for a fantastic Independence Day celebration in the Town of Cooleemee on Friday, July 4th. This year’s festivities promise fun for the whole family, featuring a lively parade, activities for the kids, and delicious treats to keep everyone cool and refreshed.

Parade Details

The celebration kicks off with a patriotic parade starting at 10 a.m. at Cooleemee Elementary School. Don’t miss the chance to see beautifully decorated lawnmowers, bikes, tractors, floats, and community groups showcasing their patriotic spirit. The parade will make its way through town and conclude at the historic Zachary House, also known as Town Hall.

If you’d like to participate in the parade, simply arrive at Cooleemee Elementary School by 9 a.m. to line up and get ready to join the procession.

Photo by KC Smith

Post-Parade Festivities

After the parade, the fun doesn’t stop! Head over to the Zachary House / Town Hall for an array of enjoyable activities:

  • Hot Dogs and Drinks: Savor the taste of summer with hot dogs and refreshing beverages available for purchase.
  • Free Watermelon and Ice Pops: Beat the heat with complimentary watermelon slices and ice pops, perfect for cooling down.
  • Slip-n-Slide: Kids (and the young at heart) can enjoy an exhilarating Slip-n-Slide, open to all ages until 12:00 p.m.

“We are also hoping to have a few vendors onsite,” shared Steve Corriher, Cooleemee’s town clerk.

This Independence Day celebration is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy each other’s company, and make lasting memories.

For more information about the parade or other celebration activities, or to become a vendor at the event, please contact Town Hall at 336-284-2141 or email scorriher@cooleemee.org.

Mark your calendars and bring your family and friends to celebrate Independence Day in Cooleemee. We look forward to seeing you there for a day filled with patriotic joy and community spirit!

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About Jeanna Baxter White

Jeanna Baxter White is a writer and the editor of the Davie County Blog. Relentlessly curious, she loves hearing and retelling the stories of Davie County. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends or curling up with a good book.
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