Planning for Lexington’s Fourth of July Parade begins

Despite the recent cold temperatures, summer is right around the corner and so begins the planning for Lexington’s Fourth of July Parade, one of the city’s largest.

Event organizers are seeking floats, bands and musical groups, equestrian entries, youth groups, clubs and more to participate in this year’s parade, which will be held at 2 p.m. July 4.

Participants have until June 24 to submit an entry form along with the entry fee to the Downtown Lexington Corp. Applications are available at Downtownlex.com/lexingtons-4th-of-july-festival/.

For more information about other festival activities, booth and vendor applications or sponsorship opportunities, call 859-335-8640 or go to Downtownlex.com.

This story was originally published March 7, 2016 at 10:50 AM with the headline "Planning for Lexington’s Fourth of July Parade begins."