20 Patriotic Photos Of 4th Of July Parade, Contest Winners In Temecula

TEMECULA, CA — Thousands of residents parked lawn chairs and blankets along Temecula's Old Town Front Street Tuesday morning to watch the annual parade and celebrate Independence Day.

Most parade watchers dressed in patriotic red, white, and blue for the morning parade that was standing room only by its end.

As the littles were lined up with tiny flags, ready to wave, the parade entrants gathered to show their best red, white, and blue flair as they waved at judges, local dignitaries, family, and friends.

Before the day, local dignitaries gathered for a group shot outside of the Temecula City Hall.

Numerous Temecula officials were on hand for the special event, including Riverside County Third District Supervisor Chuck Washington, Temecula Mayor Zak Scwhank, and Mayor Pro Tem James "Stew" Stewart.

Award Winners from the 2023 Temecula 4th of July Parade:

A handful of parade participants won acknowledgment from the city for their performances in various categories, including Animals, Autos, Commercial Autos, Equestrian, Floats, Marchers (private and commercially sponsored), Specialty, and Religious entries.

Animals: The Gentle Spaw

Autos: Honor Flight San Diego

Autos (Commercial) Moke & Wine Tours

Equestrian: Sugarplum Zoo

Floats: Trieste Base Submarine Float

Marchers: Temecula Glitz Cheer

Marchers (Commercial) Old Town Bicycle Co.

Religious Padre Pio Assembly Knights of Columbus

Overall, it was a great day to be had by all in advance of the annual fireworks spectacular at Ronald Regan Sports Park later that day.

What was your favorite part of the 4th of July Parade in 2023? Let us know! And special thanks to the City of Temecula Community Services Department for yet another spectacular 4th of July celebration.