Description
 McDonald County, get ready to make HISTORY! Join us for the FIRST-EVER McDonald County Cross-County Independence Day Parade as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in a BIG way! This one-of-a-kind patriotic convoy will travel approximately 75 scenic miles across McDonald County, bringing communities together for an unforgettable July 4th celebration!  Starting Location:
McDonald County High School Parking Lot Line-Up Begins: 9:30 AM
 Parade Departs: 10:00 AM sharpThe parade route will travel through:
 Anderson
 Lanagan
 Southwest City
 Noel
 Jane
 Powell
 Longview
 Goodman
 Pineville
 Plus beautiful rural roads across McDonald County! Parade order will include:
 McDonald County Sheriff’s Office Escort
 Fire Departments from across the county
 American Legion Riders
 Show cars, trucks, motorcycles, Jeeps, and more! ALL street-legal vehicles are welcome as long as they can maintain posted speed limits. Decorate your ride in red, white, and blue!
 Make some patriotic noise!
 Invite your friends and family!
 Be part of a historic county-wide celebration! The parade will end around 12:30–1:00 PM at the Anderson Town Hole, where participants can grab lunch from local food trucks and continue the celebration. Why join?
 Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
 Unite communities across McDonald County
 Enjoy a fun daytime event that won’t interfere with evening celebrations
 Create memories and make local history Candidates, community groups, veterans organizations, businesses, and families are all encouraged to participate! Contact event organizer Luap McKeever at 479.586.3825 for more information! Sponsored by the McDonald County High School JROTC  Let’s fill the roads with patriotism, pride, and community spirit.
 McDonald County… let’s make history together!

McDonald County High School

100 Stampede Drive, Anderson, MO 64831
Jul 04, 2026
9:30 AM CDT to 1:00 PM CDT