celebrating 250 years of American Independence
Join us downtown for a once-in-a-lifetime 4th of July — honoring America's 250th birthday with a parade, contests, food, and fireworks under the East Texas sky.
A 250-year celebration worth showing up for.
This isn't just any 4th of July — it's America's 250th birthday, a once-in-a-lifetime moment marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And there's no better place to celebrate it than Historic Downtown Canton.
We're rolling out the red, white, and blue with everything that makes our small-town 4th special: a hometown parade down Buffalo Street, a bicycle decorating contest for the kids, a watermelon eating contest, and one of the best fireworks shows in East Texas to cap off the night.
Bring your lawn chairs, your family, and your American pride. This is the 4th of July you'll be telling your grandkids about.
Schedule of festivities.
Where to watch the parade.
Lineup — 9:30 AM
Lineup begins at First Baptist Church Canton. Check in when you arrive — that's when your placement and number will be assigned. Groups should check in together.
Parade Start — 10:30 AM
Parade kicks off from First Baptist Church and travels south toward downtown.
Down Buffalo Street
The route turns south onto Buffalo Street, passing right through the heart of historic downtown — the best place to find a spot to watch.
Finish at Canton Junior High
The parade continues south on Buffalo Street and ends at Canton Junior High School.
Be part of America's 250th.
Whether you want to march in the parade or sponsor the celebration, there's a place for you in Canton's biggest 4th of July yet.
March in the Parade
Businesses, churches, civic groups, dance teams, classic car clubs, scout troops — we want you in the parade. Fill out the entry form to reserve your spot before lineup day.
Parade Entry Form →Sponsor the Celebration
Your sponsorship helps fund the parade, fireworks show, and family activities — and helps preserve, revitalize, and beautify Historic Downtown Canton.
Sponsorship Form →All proceeds help fund the Canton Main Street Program — an organization dedicated to the historical preservation, revitalization, and beautification of Downtown Canton.
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors.
Your generosity helps us celebrate America's 250th in true Canton style — with parade floats, fireworks, and family memories that will last a lifetime.
