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AMERICA'S BLOCK PARTY

Come join us for America's Block Party on the Causeway in Naples, Maine this July 4th.

Starting at 11:00a.m., and do not miss the Parade (2:00p.m.), Hot Dog Eating Contest (6:00p.m.), or the Fireworks (9:30p.m.)

 

PARADE

We are looking for participants for our 2026 4th of July Parade. The theme this year is America's Block Party - America 250

 

Show your American Spirit. 

250 is a lot of years. You choose to represent what you love most about America 

 

We are looking for Marching Bands, Antique Cars, Floats, Bicycles, Walkers, Golf Carts or Any Method of Moving Down the Causeway. As long as you can represent your pride in America in some way, we want to see you in our parade on July 4th at 2:00pm. Note: There will be awards.

 

We are encouraging owners of antique vehicles to attend this year. They will be kicking off the parade.


REGISTER to be in the PARADE: America250 Parade Registration  (not mandatory, but appreciated).

 

Participants can start lining up any time after 12pm on July 4th at the Naples Fire Station, and the parade starts at  2:00pm.


NAPLES CAUSEWEAY DAIRY BAR HOT DOG EATING CONTEST

Take the Challenge at the Naples Causeway Hot Dog Eating Contest!

Sponsored by Naples Causeway Dairy Bar

Think you have what it takes to become the top hot dog eater in the Lakes Region? As part of the official America250 Block Party Celebration, the Town of Naples is hosting a Hot Dog Eating Contest on the Naples Causeway. Competitors will have five minutes to consume as many hot dogs and buns as possible while competing for cash prizes, local bragging rights, and a championship trophy.

Event Details

Date: July 4, 2026

Location: Naples Causeway

Time: 6:00 PM

REGISTER HERE (Competitor $20 or Judge ($0): America250 Hot Eating Contest Registration

Register by Midnight on June 16th for a free Event T-shirt

This exciting competition is part of Naples' America250 Block Party celebration and is designed to bring residents and visitors together for an unforgettable Independence Day experience.

Whether you're competing for the title or helping ensure fair play as a judge, there's an opportunity to be part of one of the day's most entertaining events. 

If you aren't participating, we want to see you come out and celebrate on America's 250th.

FIREWORKS

There is nothing like watching the Naples Fireworks over Long Lake from the beautiful Causeway. The Show starts at 9:30pm

 

www.townofnaples.org/250


Visit the Facebook Event Page at (8) America's Block Party - America250 | Facebook


Please contact Brian at naplesrec@townofnaples.org or 207.693-6364 x104 if you have any questions.