Kick off the Fourth of July celebrations with one of Folsom’s most beloved traditions—the Historic Folsom Hometown Parade!
Join friends, families, and neighbors along Sutter Street as this festive all-American parade winds through the heart of the Historic District. The parade begins at Coloma & Sutter Street and travels down Sutter Street to Reading Street, filling the evening with community pride, music, and patriotic spirit.
From colorful floats and marching groups to creative community entries and local businesses, the Hometown Parade celebrates everything that makes Folsom special. Thousands of spectators gather each year to cheer on participants and enjoy the energy of this hometown tradition.
Bring your chairs, grab dinner from local Historic District restaurants, and enjoy a summer evening filled with community spirit.
🎉 Be in the Parade!
Want to be part of the fun? The Historic Folsom Hometown Parade welcomes creative entries from community groups, nonprofits, businesses, and organizations.
We’re looking for fun, festive, and imaginative entries that help make this parade a memorable celebration for the entire community.
Entry Fees
Entry Deadline: June 1, 2026 (entries may close earlier if space fills).
👉 Download the Parade Entry Form
Submit completed forms to:
Folsom Historic District Association
events@historicfolsom.org
Parade Details
Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Historic Folsom – Sutter Street
Route: Coloma & Sutter Street → Reading & Sutter Street
🎆 Sponsor the Parade
Businesses and organizations can also participate as parade sponsors and be recognized throughout the event. The parade draws thousands of attendees and local media coverage, making it a great opportunity to support the community while gaining visibility.
👉 Download the Parade Sponosor Packet
Contact Gloria@historicfolsom.org for completed sponsor details and opportunities.
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2026 Cattle Drive – Be a part of the MOOvement
Get ready, Folsom—the Cattle Drive is BACK and bigger than ever! After hearing from so many of you, we’re thrilled to bring this beloved tradition home as the grand finale of the Historic Folsom Hometown Parade. There’s nothing quite like the sight of longhorn cattle making their way down Sutter Street, bringing our western roots to life in the most unforgettable way. With so much to celebrate—250 years as a nation, Folsom’s 80th birthday, and 65 years of the Folsom Rodeo—this year’s return of the Cattle Drive is more than a moment… it’s a full-on MOO-vement!
Bringing this iconic experience to life takes a whole herd of community support—and that’s where you come in! Whether you’re a local business, a family, or an individual who loves Historic Folsom, your sponsorship helps make the magic happen. From small contributions to headline support, every dollar plays a role in ensuring the cattle drive returns to Sutter Street. It’s a unique opportunity to be part of something truly special, show your community pride, and help create a memory thousands will enjoy. So saddle up, join the MOO-vement, and help us make history—together!
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