4th of July Boat Parade!

The ever popular 4th of July Boat Parade shall return! Contestants will convene on the Upper Lake near the docks at Charlie’s on Prior. After a brief judging period, the Sheriff’s boat will lead the parade under the Hwy 21 bridge, through the channel, and to the lower lake.

TIME: Judging starts at 1 PM, on the Upper Prior Lake near Charlie’s. Once complete, the Sheriff’s boat will lead the parade participants through the channel to Lower Prior Lake past Watzl’s Beach.

What’s better than watching? Being a part of it! If you’ve ever thought about it (even just a little) is your chance at glory! We have cash prizes:

Grand Prize: $500

2nd Place: $250

3rd Place: $100

PLUS 2 Specific Categories

Most Patriotic Themed Entry: $250

Best Laker Pride Entry: $250

Even better than the cash prizes are bragging rights for the winners and unforgettable 4th of July memories with family & friends for ALL participants.

Everyone loves watching the boat parade on the 4th and we hope to see your entry!

Last year we had 26 entrants including THREE Barbie themed floats, a Taco Boat, Greased Lightnin’ on the Lake, an awesome Mario themed float, a Deadliest Catch Float, and a Paradise Bay Party Animal Float numerous patriotic displays, and many other great ones that gave the crowd something to cheer for!

Let’s make it another awesome year on the lake for the parade.

We hope to see your creativity shine on the 4th!

Special thanks to the Knotty Oar Marina for their continued partnership on this fun event!

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Fireworks - July 4th- 10:00 pm - Launching from Lakefront Park

*** Our 58th Year of Fireworks!***

As always (well, except for last year), the fireworks will launch on Friday, July 4th, 2025 at 10 PM from the beach! Check our Facebook page for any updates.

Welcome Friends and Neighbors!  Prior Lake Association (PLA) is your resource for

• lake safety information

• water improvement efforts

• PLA’s social events including the 4th of July Fireworks

• volunteer opportunities

  We look forward to seeing you throughout the year.

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