Fort Wayne Fourth of July Parade for America's 250th Anniversary; Nearby Road Closures07/02/2026Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker invites you to a free, family friendly Fourth of July parade to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. It’ll be on Saturday, July 4th at 10 a.m. and is free to attend. The parade route will be on South Calhoun Street between Creighton Avenue and Main Street. Fourth of July Parade Road ClosuresThe Fort Wayne Police Department is advising you of road closures related to the Fourth of July Parade.Calhoun Street will be closed from Oakdale Drive to Superior Street beginning at 8:00 a.m. The closure is expected to remain in place until approximately 12:00 p.m.All side streets that feed into Calhoun Street along the parade route will also be closed during this time.Jefferson Boulevard and Washington Boulevard will remain open for eastbound and westbound traffic until 9:00 a.m. At that time, both streets will be closed at Calhoun Street and will remain closed until approximately 12:00 p.m., or until the final parade entry has passed through the area.Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use alternate routes when traveling near downtown Fort Wayne during the parade.The Fort Wayne Police Department says it appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as it works to keep the parade route safe for participants, spectators, and motorists.