July 4th Parade (Ride on our Float with us!)

We have an entry in the Arlington Independence Day Parade
this coming Saturday, July 4th!!
With a day of decorating Friday July 3rd!
Sign-up! Let us know if you're coming to either OR both:
https://forms.gle/Saek3JBZ9UDRMRBW9

2026 Parade shirt orders CLOSED Sunday June 28th @ 11:55pm.

Can you still buy a shirt if you missed the deadline?
Absolutely! 😎 Buy as many as you'd like!
Missing the deadline doesn't mean you have to miss out on our newest shirt, which dropped this past weekend on our Merch Shop.
Price after deadline is $25 and any purchases made after June 28th will not be available for pick-up/delivery until AFTER July 4th.
Sizes XS-6X available.

Are you required to purchase a shirt to ride through the parade?
There is no purchase requirement, but we'd like to have a cohesive look for the group and we hope you (for those who have it) can wear last year's shirt: #AtheistsDefendDemocracy.

How can you ride on our float for the parade?
Arrive to the Parade Staging Area (found in the map attached) no later than 8am wearing primarily red, white, and blue; a bit of PRIDE never hurts! 🏳️‍🌈
Parade maps are attached with information on how to find us!

How long does the parade last?
You should be heading home no later than noon, but we are usually figuring out somewhere for lunch by 11:15am

How can you help prepare? Glad you asked, we need it!
Volunteers will be needed for decorating on Friday in Irving, starting at 9am.
If you are interested in helping, find our july4-parade Discord text channel to watch for more details.
(Be advised, the location pin here in this invite is for arriving at the Parade on Saturday, NOT for float decorating.)

Can't make the parade and/or float decorating, but still want to help?
You can make donations at any time by visiting our Linktree and clicking on Donate.
Might as well subscribe while you're at it, that way you get updates when new links for merch/events drop!

Is there another way you can show support without costs?
Absolutely! Spread the word with your friends, family, and community. Your voice can amplify our impact.

At Metroplex Atheists, we know that change starts with people like you.
Together, we will build a brighter, more compassionate future FOR ALL.🏳️‍🌈