City Announces Road Closures For 4th of July Parade

FRMONT, CA — The city of Fremont has announced road closures for its annual 4th of July Parade, including closures of several major roadways and main thoroughfares.

Road closures are expected before and after, as well as during the parade, scheduled for Tuesday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to noon in downtown, Fremont Police announced in an email to Patch.com.

"Please plan ahead—several major roadways will be closed during the parade. All road closures will begin on July 4 from approximately 6 a.m. and roads are expected to reopen by 2 p.m.," Police said. "Please expect heavy traffic and delays in the area for the duration of the event."

Road closures are as follows:

• Paseo Padre Parkway (both directions full closure between Mowry Avenue and Stevenson Boulevard)
• Stevenson Boulevard between Civic Center Drive and Paseo Padre Parkway
• Capitol Avenue (between State Street and Paseo Padre Parkway)
• Hastings Street (between Capitol Avenue and Mowry Avenue)
• Walnut Avenue (between Liberty Street and Civic Center Drive)
• Liberty Street (between Beacon Avenue and Capitol Avenue)

The Fremont Main Library parking lot will be used as a staging area for parade floats so public parking will not be available.

Police are also reminding the parade attendees that backpacks and large bags are not allowed in the parade area and that all bags are subject to search.

UAVs , or drones, will not be permitted to fly over the parade route or within the event venue and only official parade participants with credentials will be allowed to enter the staging area and parade route.

"As we celebrate this 4th of July season, please remember all fireworks are banned in the city of Fremont.," Police said.

Other important information regarding the parade, including a map of the parade route, complete list of public parking and a list of what is and what is not allowed is available online by clicking here.

To report illegal fireworks, click here.

"During all events, always be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activities. We ask: If You See Something, Say Something," Police said. "If you see suspicious behavior or situations, do not confront the individuals involved. In a non-emergency, call Fremont Police Department at (510) 790-6800 option 3 or TEXT-A-TIP: text “TIP FREMONTPD” followed by your message to 888-777. "

In an emergency or to report a crime in progress, call 9-1-1.