# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Debate Days Parade
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: JOIN THE 2026 DEBATE DAYS PARADE! 

Get ready to wave the flags, crank up the patriotic music, and celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in true Ottawa style!

The 2026 Debate Days Parade returns to Downtown Ottawa on:

📅 Sunday, August 23, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM
📍 Downtown Ottawa, IL – LaSalle Street

This year’s parade celebrates the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, and we’re inviting the entire community to be part of this unforgettable celebration of history, hometown pride, and red, white & blue fun.

We’re looking for:
⭐ Floats
⭐ Marching groups
⭐ Decorated vehicles & golf carts
⭐ Bands & music groups
⭐ Classic cars
⭐ Businesses & nonprofits
⭐ Schools, churches, clubs & teams
⭐ Families, community groups & patriotic personalities

Whether you go historic, hilarious, creative, musical, or full-on star-spangled spectacular — we want YOU in the parade!

🎉 Parade staging begins at 11:30 AM
🎉 All entries must be in place by 12:30 PM

📝 Registration is NOW OPEN!
Entry deadline: Saturday, August 1, 2026

Let’s fill LaSalle Street with flags, music, community spirit, and celebration as Ottawa honors 250 years of America.

We can’t wait to see what this community creates!

https://forms.office.com/r/XuAG96bn6X
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ottawa/debate-days-parade/200030115994705
- **Event Categories**: parades, sports, music, live-music, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 152

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ottawa
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Downtown Ottawa, Ottawa
- **lat**: 41.33894567
- **long**: -88.83473667
- **full address**: Downtown Ottawa, Ottawa, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Debate Days Parade
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/529dec364460e14aef0b847c7c4e950ce1bc2d90f4410e245d418e168e9a8da2-rimg-w1024-h1536-dcf8e8c8-gmir?v=1786383458

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Debate Days Parade being held?
  - **A:** Debate Days Parade takes place on Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Downtown Ottawa, Ottawa, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Debate Days Parade?
  - **A:** Debate Days Parade is organized by Ottawa Visitors Center The Middle of Everywhere.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Debate Days Parade is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ottawa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 150+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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