Lake Forest 4th of July Parade

July 4, 2025, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

2024 theme:  Lake Forest Thrives in 2025

El Toro High School
25255 Toledo Way
Lake Forest, CA
lakeforestca.gov

Parking: El Toro High School back parking lot, accessed on Serrano Road from El Toro Road. This parking lot does fill up quickly. Parking can also be found Lake Forest Drive and Serrano Road.

Parade features over 70 entries most years!

Parade Route
Starts in the intersection of Ridge Route and Toledo Way
Follow Toledo Way and turn right on Lake Forest Drive
From Lake Forest Drive, turn right onto Serrano Road
Once you reach Ridge Route, you will step off of the parade route
Turn right onto Ridge Route and turn left into El Toro High School parking lot to begin unloading

JULY 4TH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
 7-10 a.m. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast Located in front of El Toro High. School gym on Toledo Way. $

7 a.m. | 8 a.m. El Toro High School PSTO CHARGERS 5K Run/Walk Proceeds go to El Toro High School PSTO. Starts and finishes at the corner of Lake Forest Drive & Serrano Road.   lakeforest5k.org.

9:30 a.m. Lake Forest 4th of July Parade

Special events such as the annual Bunny Blast and Halloween celebrations provide a full year of entertainment.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.