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The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce and the City of East Moline are proud to present the 55th Annual AMVETS 4th of July Parade to take place on Thursday, July 4th at 1:00 pm in downtown East Moline.

This year's theme is "Honoring Our Quad CIties Heroes." The 55th Annual AMVETS 4th of July Parade will carry on a patriotic tradition for the Quad Cities community of saluting all of the veterans who have served our country. With the theme "Honoring Our Quad Cities Heroes," this fun, community-oriented parade will be a spectacular tribute to those who served or are currently serving.

 Brigadier General John Wharton will serve as our Grand Marshal.

The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce is currently accepting entries for the parade, either as a sponsor, vehicle or float builder, or walker. To learn more or to enter your business or organization into this parade, contact Kelsey Pence at (563) 823-2655 or email [email protected]

Over 15,000 people are expected to line 15th Avenue in East Moline to watch this salute to our country and our community. The parade will begin at 3rd Street and 15th Avenue, go down 15th Avenue, and end at 13th Street.

The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce is the largest membership organization in the eastern Iowa and western Illinois region, representing nearly 2,000 member businesses. With offices in Davenport, Iowa, and Moline, Ill., our organization provides business and economic development services that build upon our mission to strengthen and enhance the business environment, represent the interests of our members, and foster balanced growth in the Quad Cities region.

If you are interested in participating in the parade, please click here for a registration form.

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Major Sponsor:

R.I.A. Federal Credit Union