07-05-2025
Celebrate St. Louis returns to downtown for Fourth of July without 141-year-old parade
ST. LOUIS — Celebrate Saint Louis is returning downtown this summer for the Fourth of July celebration on July 3 and July 4 but will not include the America's Birthday Parade.
The Independence Day celebration will have live entertainment and family-friendly activities and wrap up with a fireworks show with the Gateway Arch as its backdrop.
One major change to this year's events is the celebration will not include the America's Birthday Parade, breaking a 141-year-old tradition.
The two-day event will also honor active-duty service members and veterans during a Salute the Troops ceremony.
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Live entertainment will feature national and local talent, including country hitmaker Russell Dickerson and Gavin DeGraw, known for hits like 'I Don't Want to Be' and 'Not Over You.'
'We're proud to bring back Celebrate Saint Louis as a dynamic and collaborative community event that honors both our city and our country,' said Tim Meers, general chairman of Celebrate Saint Louis, in a statement. 'It's a true community effort—bringing together civic, business, and nonprofit partners to create an experience that's meaningful, festive, and fun for everyone.'
Visit the Celebrate St. Louis website for a full list of events and information on the celebration.
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