July 4th Independence weekend is a great time to visit Galeton! It’s the 38th Annual Goodyear Hose Company’s Red Suspender Weekend (Friday through Saturday), and of course, THE BEST FIREWORKS DISPLAY Saturday night.

The Galeton Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to participate in the 2023 Independence Day Parade at 11 AM sharp on Saturday, July 1st, 2023. Line-up will be from 8:30 AM – 10:15 AM in the parking lot of the Galeton Area School District.

The parade route exits left from school grounds onto Bridge Street, right onto Germania Street, right on Union Street, and finally turns right on West Street dispersing at West and Main Street.

By registering, you will receive an announcement regarding your entry at the judges’ demonstration area, as well as be eligible for a judged trophy consideration. Parade trophies by category will be awarded at 1:00 PM. at the park pavilion in addition to performances by the Caledonian Highlanders Pipe Band, Honey Taps and Downbeat Percussion.

We welcome candy tossing at your own risk! The Goodyear Hose Co. and Chamber are not responsible for accidents or injuries. For the safety of spectators as well as participants please be sure candy is tossed safely.

REGISTRATION IS DUE BY PHONE BY JUNE 25, 2023.

Click here to download and print out the Parade Registration Form.

For questions or additional information feel free to call (814) 203-8131.