The patriotic spirit of America is alive and well in the City of Ridgefield. For 100+ years this small community has celebrated our nation's independence in a big way. The celebration has grown into a festival where it's estimated around 5,000 people come each year to bathe in the richness of spirit commemorating Old Glory. The festival committee strives to keep the focus of the festival on honoring our nation's birthday with a little fun thrown in.

There is something for everyone to enjoy while in Ridgefield for the 4th - free outdoor entertainment, Fun Run, contests and games, foods & beverages, arts & crafts, a fabulous parade and more.

Funding for these activities is raised through private and business donations, vendor fees, and other application fees. An amazing amount of volunteers all blend together each year to successfully orchestrate a large Independence Day celebration in Ridgefield, Washington.

Schedule of Events

8am: Fun Runs
Register online - https://runridgefield.com/independence-run

10 am: Pet & Kid Pre-Parade
Kids that want to participate can meet at the corner of Pioneer and 3rd shortly before 10am. Wear your patriotic colors and parade for the spectators along the parade route. All tamed animals welcome. Animals must be on a leash at all times and please be prepared to cleanup after them.

11am: 4th of July Parade - Route can be viewed from 4th Ave and Division down 3rd Ave, to Pioneer and 8th Ave.

10am - 5pm

4th of July Festival in Downtown Ridgefield: Enjoy all the food trucks and craft vendors along S. Main, Pioneer and in Overlook Park.

Children's Activities: Buy your kiddos a wristband for $5 and they can enjoy all the activities unlimited, all day.

Overlook Park: Hi-Fidelity Entertainment with street dancing
Dancing in the plaza and street corner led by Craig Brown.
Live entertainment on stage in Overlook Park after parade.

2pm - Pie eating Contest
Five categories, ages 6-15. Sign-ups are first to fill time slots, day of event at the Souvenir booth in Overlook Park

Date: July 4, 2023

Location: Various Venues in Ridgefield, WA 98642.

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