Wauwatosa's 88th Annual 4th of July Parade

Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade

One of Wisconsin’s largest 4th of July parades is getting ready to kick off later this morning. Brian is in Wauwatosa with a sneak peek on the 88th annual Wauwatosa Fourth of July Parade.

WAUWATOSA, Wis. - One of Wisconsin’s largest 4th of July parades is getting ready to kick off later this morning. Brian is in Wauwatosa with a sneak peek on the 88th annual Wauwatosa Fourth of July Parade.

Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade

Later this morning Wauwatosa’s 4th of July parade is expected to attract more than 20,000 people and Brian is with a Boy Scout Troop that helps make this 4th of July Parade one of the best in the state.

Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade

For years the Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade has one of the largest gatherings in the state with an estimated 20,000 people in attendance.

Wauwatosa 4th of July Parade

From marching bands to local dignitaries, the Wauwatosa parade has more than 95 units participating in this year’s parade that stretches 24 blocks along North Avenue. Brian is with the Wisconsin Lutheran Viking Steel Drum Band learning why it’s so important that they’re part of this annual event.