Cascade, Mich., June 8, 2026 — Cascade Township’s Independence Day celebration returns Saturday, July 4 with a full day of family fun, community tradition, and patriotic spirit.
The day kicks off at 8:30 am with the Township’s Bike Parade, immediately followed by the Community Parade at 9 am. The Grand Marshal for this year’s parade is Chuck Dykhuizen, whose bout with tuberculosis as a child helped to bring Independence Day festivities to Cascade, including the community’s first fireworks show.
Following the parade, the celebration continues with music, food, and games at Friendship Park before concluding with a shared fireworks show with Ada Township at dusk.
“This year’s Independence Day celebration will be even more special as we mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence,” said Cascade Township Supervisor Grace Lesperance. “We invite everyone to join in celebrating this exciting milestone in our community.”
Schedule of Events – Saturday, July 4
Bike Parade – 8:30 am
Kids and families are encouraged to decorate non-motorized rides such as bikes, scooters, wagons, or strollers. No registration required.
Meet at 8 am outside Cascade Fellowship Christian Reformed Church (6655 Cascade Road SE). Riders 14 and under must wear helmets per Township ordinance.
Community Parade – Immediately following Bike Parade
Participants must pre-register online by Friday, June 26 at bit.ly/CT4thFloat. Staging begins at 7:30 am at Thornapple Covenant Church (6595 Cascade Road SE).
Festival – 10 am to 1 pm
Held along Jacksmith Avenue, Friendship Park, and surrounding areas.
Highlights include:
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Inflatables and rides in the Noto’s parking lot
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Live music at the Friendship Park pavilion
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Friends of the Library Book Sale (8 am – 2 pm) in the library parking lot and Wisner Center
Fireworks – Dusk
Cascade Township and Ada Township will once again co-host a fireworks display in Ada. For more info, visit: adamichigan.org/business_detail_T12_R21.php.
For questions or updates, visit www.cascadetwp.com/events or follow facebook.com/CascadeTownship.