Old Town Newhall is about to be packed. Santa Clarita is rolling out what organizers say will be the largest Fourth of July Parade in Santa Clarita Valley history, with more than 110 entries and thousands of spectators expected to pack the sidewalks this Saturday, July 4.
The parade steps off at 9 a.m. from the Newhall roundabout, then heads north along Main Street before turning onto Lyons Avenue and finishing near Dalbey Drive. Marching bands, community groups and floats are set to turn the route into one long, noisy, red-white-and-blue corridor.
In a bilingual Facebook announcement, the City of Santa Clarita Government said the parade will feature 110 entries judged by a 12-member panel, with a Rotary pancake breakfast serving early birds near the Newhall roundabout. The post also flags the evening Spirit of America fireworks show over Valencia Town Center, scheduled to begin at about 9:15 p.m., and highlights broad community participation from local nonprofits and veterans groups. Residents can find the full rundown on the City of Santa Clarita Government’s Facebook page.
Parade route, times and viewing tips
The city has mapped out a roughly two-mile route that starts at the roundabout by William S. Hart Park, runs north on Main Street, turns onto Lyons Avenue and continues to Orchard Village Road before wrapping up near Dalbey Drive. Step-off is 9 a.m., but several road closures kick in earlier, so last-minute arrivals may be jogging more than they planned.
For night owls, the Spirit of America fireworks are slated to light up the sky above Valencia Town Center at about 9:15 p.m., complete with a synchronized soundtrack on local radio for those watching from nearby neighborhoods. As outlined by the City of Santa Clarita, spectators are urged to review the launch-zone map and arrive early to avoid traffic snarls.
Coverage, safety and logistics
If you would rather skip the crowds but still catch the show, SCVTV will air the parade live and offer rebroadcasts later in the evening. The parade committee also posts lineup details and rules online for participants who want to know exactly where they slot into the massive procession.
Drivers should expect traffic delays and temporary parking restrictions in and around Old Town Newhall and near Valencia Town Center while the fireworks fall zone is in place. Organizers and public safety officials are urging folks to come early, consider alternate parking options or simply watch the SCVTV livestream. Broadcast schedules and committee information are available at SCVTV and SCVParade.com.
Morning events and Old Town Newhall
The holiday starts well before the first float rolls. The Independence Day Classic races kick off the morning, followed by the annual pancake breakfast near the Newhall roundabout. Old Town Newhall’s restaurants and shops are expected to be open for spectators looking for coffee, food or just a shady spot to regroup between entries.
Organizers describe the event as a long-running, volunteer-driven tradition that pulls in marching bands, civic groups and veterans organizations, and they recommend families bring water, sun protection and a healthy dose of patience for the crowds.
The city is also reminding residents that personal fireworks are illegal within Santa Clarita and is urging everyone to stick with professional shows instead. For real-time updates on road closures, safety advisories and any last-minute changes, residents are encouraged to check official city channels before heading out. The parade committee and city officials have publicly thanked volunteers and sponsors for helping stage what city posts call the largest SCV Fourth of July celebration in the event’s history.
