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2025 Fouth of July List of Events PDF
Annual Fourth of July Parade
11:00 a.m.
Celebrate with Us at the Annual 4th of July Parade! Get ready to show your patriotic spirit and join the fun! Meet us at Waverly Intermediate School (WIS) at 10:00 p.m. to take part in this cherished community tradition. Parade entry is open to all—no preregistration required! Entry forms will be available on-site, or feel free to print one in advance and bring it along. The parade will follow its classic route, just like in years past. Come one, come all—and let’s make this Independence Day unforgettable!
Parade Route
Parade Entry Form
Fourth of July Events
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Waverly, Nebraska!
Get ready for a day bursting with patriotic spirit, family fun, and small-town charm! Waverly’s beloved Fourth of July celebration is back and bigger than ever, and you’re invited to be part of the festivities!
Start your morning with a hearty community breakfast, followed by the adorable kids parade and our cherished Chamber Parade—a Waverly tradition. Savor summer with sweet treats at the ice cream social, enjoy classic luncheons, and dive into excitement—literally—with the annual Money Dive at 1:00 PM at the Aquatic Center!
New this year: Get your adrenaline pumping in our thrilling bike race and swing for the fences in the home run derby—fun for competitors and spectators alike!
As the sun sets, gather with friends and family at Lawson Park for a dazzling fireworks finale that lights up the Waverly sky.
Important Reminder: Sky Lanterns are PROHIBITED in Waverly—for everyone’s safety and enjoyment.
Come for the tradition, stay for the memories. Join us July 4th for a celebration that sparkles!
Fourth of July Parade.
Fire Chief Jared Rains at the Fourth of July Parade.
Money Dive at the old Waverly Pool. Pictures to come of the Money Dive at the new Aquatic Center!