Fourth of July Celebration - City of Ridgefield

Fourth of July 2021 Calendar of Events

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.

9AM: Ridgefield Runners Independence Day 5K/10K

Register online and find details from Run Ridgefield: https://runridgefield.com/independence-run

10AM – 4PM: Pet & Kid Pre-Parade

Since we are unable to have a parade with spectators, we suggest the kids and pooches gets colored up and come on downtown to the festival events. Animals must be on a leash at all times and be prepared to cleanup after them.

10AM – 4PM: 4th of July Car Parade

Instead of watching the parade, be the parade. Decorate your car, truck, trailer, or whatever and drive it in to Downtown Ridgefield. Create your own theme with your imagination. Park along the streets for others to see and enjoy the festival while you’re here.

10AM – 4PM: 4th of July Festival in Downtown Ridgefield:

Davis Park: General Vendors displaying and selling their goods, following the guidelines set by the state for safety.

RACC on Pioneer: Kid’s outdoor games and Carnival games
Masks must be worn and hand sanitizer will be offered before all interactions.

Overlook Park: Hi-Fidelity Entertainment with street dancing
Dancing at a 6 foot distance in the plaza and street corner led by Craig Brown.

Judging for the Patriotic Parade of Homes:

Decorate your homes to the MAX in all it’s glory. Think of how much effort we put into decorating our homes at Christmas, but do it for July with Red, White, and Blue or whatever July 4th looks like to you. If you’re in the city limits, submit your address to sandyschill33@gmail.com by July 1st and judges will drive by on July 3rd. The 10 best decorated will receive a trophy.

FIRST EVER LASER LIGHT SHOW

Seating at 8:30PM, Show starts at 9:45PM. The committee has researched an alternative to Fireworks and found a fantastic Laser Light Show put on by NU-SALT LASER. They have performed shows in; the movie Bridesmaids, ESPN, The Grammy’s, Warner Bros., and MTV.