Looking for the perfect thing to do with friends and family for the 4th of July 2019? Look no further. From berry festivals, to live music and over the top firework shows, these are some of the coolest Independence Day events in Oregon.
Northern Oregon 4th of July Celebrations
Silverton Area:
The Oregon Garden July 3rd Celebration - Food forest and bar, face painting, balloons, bounce house, yard games, live music, fireworks.
- Place: The Oregon Garden, 879 W. Main St. Silverton, Oregon
- Date: Wednesday July 3rd 2019
- Time: 9 am - 11:30 pm
- Cost: General admission from 9 pm - 5 pm. Free admission starts at 5 pm. Many events and activities take place before 5 pm. See schedule of events here.
- More Info: http://www.oregongarden.org/july-3rd-fireworks/
The Hillsboro Area:
16th Annual 4th of July Berry Festival - Fresh baked tasty berry deserts including cobbler, raspberry rhubarb crisp and brownies topped with fresh berries and vanilla ice cream. Yum! Traditional American Independence Day food, wine and cider tasting, live music, farm tours, kids treasure hunt, visit with alpaca's and more!
- Place: Smith Berry Barn, 24500 SW Scholls Ferry Road, Hillsboro Oregon
- Date: Thursday July 4, 2019
- Time: 11 am - 3 pm
- Cost: Free entry. Individual activities and food vendors have a cost, and some take donations.
- More Info: https://smithberrybarn.com/special-events/berry-festival/
The Dalles Area:
CGCC 4th Of July Celebration - Fireworks, food, and raffles.
- Place: Columbia Gorge Community College, 400 E Scenic Dr., The Dalles Oregon
- Date: Thursday July 4th
- Time: 8 pm - 10 pm
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/367355574134986/
St. Paul:
St. Paul Rodeo - The Nation's Greatest 4th of July Rodeo - Great Western BBQ Cookoff, Carnival and Vendors, Wild West Art Show, Tack Room Saloon, Rodeo, Fireworks, Parade, Family Activities. See events calendar here.
- Place: St. Paul Rodeo Grounds, St. Paul Oregon
- Date: July 2nd 2019 - July 6th 2019
- Time: See events calendar.
- Cost: Ticket prices vary. Get tickets in advance here.
- More Info: https://www.stpaulrodeo.com/
McMinnville Area:
Yamhill County's 4th of July - Special homecoming tour with "We Three", family activities, cornhole tournament, food vendors, $5 admission at the museum, beer and cider garden, wine, live music, business booths, discount at Wings and Waves waterpark, and one of the largest fireworks displays in Oregon!
- Place: Evergreen Aviation And Space Museum and Wings And Waves Waterpark, 500 Northeast Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville, Oregon
- Date: July 4th, 2019
- Time: 3 pm - 10:30 pm
- Cost: Parking costs $5. Museum entrance costs $5. Waterpark has a reduced cost during this event.
- More Info: https://www.evergreenmuseum.org/events?eventTitle=see-ya-later-foundation-presents-yamhill-county-s-4th-of-july--1438903558--514
Salem Area:
Cherry Fest NW - 4th of July Run, hula hoop contest, water balloon toss, limbo challenge, face painting, live music, food, bounce houses, microbrews and ciders, and fireworks! (This event was formerly 'The Bite & Brew of Salem').
- Place: Riverfront Park, Salem Oregon. See website for details.
- Date: July 4th, 2019
- Time: 8:30 am - 11 pm.
- Cost: Cherry Fest NW is free on the 4th of July. Other Cherry Fest NW days cost varying admission rates.
- More Info: http://www.cherryfestnw.com/fourth-of-july
Portland:
4th of July Blues Festival And Fireworks Paddle - Paddle down the river (beginner level) to watch the fireworks and listen to the Blue's Festival from the water.
- Place: Willamette Park, 6500 SW Macadam Ave, Portland, Oregon
- Date: Thursday July 4th, 2019
- Time: 3 pm - 11:30 pm
- Cost: Parking for this event costs $5.
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/322715501923945/
Oaks Park 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular - Great place to host a family BBQ. Visit the amusement park, play mini golf, roller skate, enjoy live entertainment, and watch fireworks at dusk!
- Place: Oaks Amusement Park, 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, Oregon
- Date: July 4, 2019
- Time: 10 am - 11:59 pm
- Cost: Entrance rates vary depending on age from $3 - $6. Other attractions within the park may cost money.
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1533952923408957/
Central Oregon 4th Of July Celebrations
Eugene area:
SUB's Light Of Liberty Celebration - Music, variety show, beer and wine pavilion, kids activities, and a fireworks show!
- Place: Island Park
- Date: Thursday, July 4, 2019
- Time: 4 PM – 11 PM
- Cost: $5 in advance at Jerry's Home Improvement Center or $8 at the door. Kids under 5 are free!
- More Info: http://www.subutil.com/community/light-of-liberty-celebration/
Bend:
Bend July 4th Fireworks Spectacular - Food, pet parade, live music, local artists, contests, a kids area, 3-legged race, sack race, hula hoop contest, ball relays, water balloon toss, sponge relay, watermelon eating contest, and fireworks!
- Place: Various Locations around Bend Oregon. See here.
- Date: July 4, 2019
- More Info: https://www.visitbend.com/festivals-events/bend-july-4th-fireworks-spectacular/ or call the Bend Visitor Center: at 877-245-8484.
Southern Oregon 4th of July Celebrations
Grant's Pass Area:
Grant's Pass 4th Of July Celebration - Live music, fireworks.
- Place: Reinhart Volunteer Park, 1690 Webster Road, Grants Pass Oregon
- Date: Thursday July 4, 2019
- Time: 7 pm - 10:30 pm
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2070036289739620/
Central Point/Medford Area:
Central Point Freedom Festival and Boom Fest - Pancake breakfast, 5K fun run, live music, pie eating contest, sack races, face painting, water balloon toss competition, food and artisan vendors, parade, fireworks.
- Place: Central Point Oregon. See here.
- Date: July 4, 2019
- Time: 7 am - Dusk
- More Info: https://centralpointchamber.org/4th-of-july-freedom-festival/
Oregon Coast 4th of July Celebrations
Coos Bay Area:
3rd of July Fireworks Over The Bay - Buffet ($14.99), Comedy Night, Fireworks, Party Zone, Live Music.
- Place: Mill Casino in Coos Bay
- Date: Wednesday July 3, 2019
- Time: 7 pm - 10:20 pm
- Cost: Free
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1541164516013580/
Bandon Area:
Bandon's 4th of July Celebration - Live music, food, games, and fireworks over the river!
- Place: Old Town Marketplace, 250 1st St SW, Bandon Oregon
- Date: Thursday July 4, 2019
- Time: 12 pm - 10 pm
- More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2185828088347816/
Lincoln City:
Lincoln City 4th of July - Pancake breakfast, craft fair and food court, street fair and kids fun zone, live music, parade, fireworks over Siletz Bay.
- Place: Lincoln City Oregon
- Date: 4th of July, 2019
- Time: 8 am - Dusk
- More Info: https://www.oregoncoast.org/4th-of-july-celebration/
What's your favorite 4th of July celebration? Tag a friend you want to take to one of these festivals!
