Atwater’s 60th Annual 4th of July Festival

We believe that celebrating this Great Nations Independence is our Honor & Duty and we are Proud to be part of a group of volunteers that have taken the Spirit of past volunteers to insure the American Patriotism celebrated on the 4th of July continues forever in our community.

Parade
Parade Theme: “Diamond Anniversary - 60 Years of the 4th of July in Atwater”

Check in: Ralston Park Monday, July 3rd from 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Parade Route: Line-up begins at Foster Freeze and ends at the corner of Juniper and Winton Way based on your number. Parade begins at the corner of Elm and Winton Way, turns left onto Broadway, turns left onto 3rd street and ends at the corner of Juniper and 3rd street. The Reviewing Stand will be on 3rd street somewhere between Elm and Grove Street.

Trophies will be awarded at 11:30 am at the APC Hall Stage. One winner per category will be awarded PLUS one overall Grand Winner.

Entry Deadline: Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Entry Fee is $35.00 (Make checks payable to Atwater 4th of July)
Late Entry Fee is $40.00 (After June 28th, 2023)

Cash only after June 28, 2023

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Festival
Booth spaces for food, merchandise and information vendors are available for this year’s festival, and we invite all local vendors to join in the celebration!

This now 60 year old tradition brings in tens of thousands of people each year, so it’s a great opportunity to showcase your business or products to our Central Valley community!

Fireworks
After the Festival at Ralston Park, the celebration moves to the Castle Commerce Center for the Concert/Fireworks Show. Gates open at 6PM, and close at 9PM just before the fireworks start. Entertainment includes KABX Radio Host Dave Luna as the MC, followed by performances from Western Bound! Numerous food trucks and vendors will be onsite along with light up toys for the kids. The celebration then concludes with the largest fireworks show in the Central Valley!

Entry fee is just $15 per car or walk-ins $5 per person with all proceeds going to help fund next year’s celebration!!

Date: July 4, 2023

Location:
The Celebration is once again at Ralston Park and is Free to the Public.
The Concert and Fireworks are at Castle Air Base Parade Grounds.

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