The City of Franklin has announced the 4th of July Parade and Festivities in Franklin, Ohio. Franklin will hold the parade on Saturday, July 4th at 10:00am. The parade will start at Park Avenue downtown. The city urges local businesses and civic organizations to enter a float or vehicle in the parade. Awards will be given for a wide variety of categories based around the theme of "Remember the Lion". The categories will be "Best Theme", "Most creative", and "Council's Choice"

There will also be a "Patriotic Award" to the child who displays the most patriotic attire!

Following the parade, a festival will take place on 3rd Street in downtown Franklin and will include cotton candy, snow cones, face painting, inflatables, and other activities.

The Community (Residents) that wished to be involved can pick up an application at the library or go to www.franklinohio.org. For more information on the parade please call 937.743.5267 or email july4th@franklinohio.org or visit them on Facebook by searching for "Franklin Ohio Special Events".