4th Of July Parade In Nassau: See Tanks, Armored Cars

OLD BETHPAGE, NY — Those searching for Fourth of July celebrations just got some welcome news — an Independence Day parade is planned in Old Bethpage, with vintage Sherman tanks, Hellcats, armored cars and more set to roll into Old Bethpage.

Families are invited to watch a parade of American military vehicles on the holiday at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration parking lot. Guests must remain with their cars and say socially distanced. Tickets are $25 per vehicle and will not be sold at the gate — all sales must be pre-ordered in advance.

Spaces are limited. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. July 4 so attendees can get to their vehicles' designated parking spot before the parade begins. All ticket-holders must be in their spots before 10:15 a.m. No entry will be allowed after 10:15 a.m., organizers said.

The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. and ends at noon.

Attendees must wear a mask or face covering at all times during the event and stay within their designated parking space. Picnics are banned, and organizers ask that attendees leave Fido at home — no dogs are allowed.

A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, July 5.

Old Bethpage Village Restoration and the Museum of American Armor will remain closed to the public during the event.