Come out to The Heart of the Region on Independence Day for Merrillville's annual Fourth of July Parade! The event kicks off at 11 a.m. on July 4 at Merrillville Town Hall, 7820 Broadway, and travels north to the Dean and Barbara White Community Center, 6600 Broadway. To help ensure everyone can enjoy the parade, a sensory-friendly viewing zone will be available along the parade route. Expect a morning full of community pride, family fun, and patriotic celebration as local groups, organizations, and residents walk, roll, ride, and float through Merrillville. We’re currently accepting parade participants! Whether you’re representing a business, organization, school, or simply want to join the celebration, we encourage you to fill out an application and be part of the fun. Call 219-980-5911 for more information.