The July 4th Parade Committee welcomes nominations for Grand Marshal of the 2026 Chatham Independence Day Parade.  The Grand Marshal is designated to take the lead in the processional and in the hosting of festivities. As the Grand Marshal is a position of special honor, the nominee must be a year round or summer resident of Chatham and one who has made significant contributions to our community.

Every great parade needs a leader, but this year’s Grand Marshal will lead the most significant and historical procession in a generation. We aren’t just looking for a name; we’re looking for a pillar of the community—a year-round or summer resident whose contributions have left a lasting mark on our town.

Whether they’re a quiet hero behind the scenes, or a familiar face of local service, they deserve the seat of honor (and the best view in the house) at the front of the line. Help us give them the “thank you” they deserve and our parade, the leader we deserve!