Coeur d’Alene, Idaho – The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber and City of Coeur d’Alene are gearing up for a full day of patriotic festivities on Friday, July 4, 2025, including the beloved American Heroes Parade, fireworks over the lake, and family fun throughout downtown. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, the Chamber has released the official traffic routes, road closures, and parking plan for the day.
Schedule of Events
Thursday, July 3 |
||
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Kiddie Parade | Sherman Ave. (from 8th St. to 1st St.) |
Friday, July 4 |
||
| 9:00 – 9:45 AM | Backwards Parade Brigade | Sherman Ave. (from Independence Point to 15th St. |
| 10:00 – 1:00 PM | American Heroes Parade | Sherman Ave. (from 15th St. to Government Way) |
| 11:00 – Dusk | Festival in the City Park | City Park |
| Dusk (9:00 PM) | Fireworks Spectacular | Lake Coeur d’Alene over Independence Point |
Street Closure Timeline
Wednesday, July 2
- 12:00 PM – No parking signage posted along Sherman Avenue in preparation for:
- The Kiddie Parade (effective July 3, 7:00AM – 11:00 AM)
- The American Heroes Parade (effective July 4, 4:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Thursday, July 3 | Kiddie Parade
- 8:00 AM – Soft closures begin on Sherman Ave. from 1st to 11th St.
- 9:00 AM – Kiddie Parade staging begins on Sherman Ave. from 8th to 11th St.
- 9:00 AM – Full closure of Sherman Ave. from 1st to 8th St. (entire parade route)
- 10:00 AM – Kiddie Parade begins 8th & Sherman, proceeds west to 1st St.
- 11:00 AM – All roads reopen
Friday, July 4 | American Heroes Parade
- 5:00 AM – Soft closures begin on Sherman Ave. (Government Way to 23rd St.)
- 6:00 AM – All vehicles parked on Sherman Ave. will be towed. (Gov’t Way to 23rd St.)
- 6:30 AM – Hard closure begins for parade staging. (Sherman Ave. from 15th St. to 23rd St.)
- 9:00 AM – Full parade route closure from 1st St. to 15th St on Sherman Ave.
-
- Backwards Parade Brigade begins at 9:00 AM at Independence Point.
- American Heroes Parade begins at 10:00 AM, starting at 15th St. and proceeding west on Sherman Ave.
- 1:00 PM – All roads reopen.
Recommended Travel Routes to/from Downtown Coeur d’Alene on July 3 and 4
- From the west side of the city: Use Northwest Boulevard exit from I-90.
- From the east side of the city: Use 23rd Street/Sherman Avenue exit from I-90.
- To access The Coeur d’Alene Resort, use either:
- 1st Street (from the north side of the city) to travel south to the Resort, or
- Mullan to Front Street (from the south side of the city) to travel west to the Resort.
Recommended Parking Options in Coeur d’Alene
$20 Special Event Parking (All-Day Pass): Available at the following downtown locations:
- City Hall lot
- Coeur d’Alene Public Library lot
- McEuen Park lot
- Independence Point lot
- City Park lot
- Memorial Field/Carousel lot
- City Parking Garage
Free Parking
- North Idaho College parking lots and along E. Rosenberry Drive
- All legal street parking throughout Coeur d’Alene
- Note: 2-hour parking limits will be enforced in the downtown corridor.
- No street parking allowed on Sherman Ave. between 5:00 AM and 1:00 PM on July 4.
For a detailed map of closures and parking options, visit: https://cdachamber.com/fourth-of-july-info/ or contact the Chamber office at 208-644-3194.
The Coeur d’Alene Regional Chamber and the City of Coeur d’Alene are thrilled to invite residents and visitors alike to celebrate our nation’s independence with a day full of tradition, pride, and community spirit. From the vibrant parade to the breathtaking fireworks over Lake Coeur d’Alene, this cherished celebration reflects the heart of who we are. We encourage early arrival and patience as we welcome tens of thousands to celebrate Independence Day in our beautiful downtown Coeur d’Alene. We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and family-friendly environment where all ages can come together to honor the values that unite us. We can’t wait to see you downtown on the 4th of July!
