Nobody ever wants to miss this cavalcade of Mendocino’s special brand of fun and weirdness. Floats, bands, costumes, drinking and carousing, kids, dogs, political statements, dancing, singing, and special, irreverent surprises make this a must-go-to event every year (except the last two years, of course, because…you know). Arrive early to get a parking spot and a place to set up your lawn chairs on Main Street. www.facebook.com/mendocino-4th-of-july-parade