Independence Day Celebrations in Waterford

There will NOT be Fireworks this year.

Morning July 4th

Factory, Second, and lower Main Streets are closed to non-parade vehicles from 10 to Noon

Parade down Second and Main Streets

10:00 - Parade Registration and lineup, Factory Street
11:00 - Parade goes down Factory to the Bond Street Tanyard. Arrives about 11:45
What's allowed: Walking, Bicycles (Park bikes at the designate stand at the Tanyard), Tamed animals (Dogs, etc. on leashes), Riding ponies and horses, Non-motorized scooters, Golf carts with adult driver, Antique cars/Tractors driven by licensed drivers.)

Hot Dogs, Music, and Games at the Bond Street Tanyard (11-1)

11:45 - Songs, remarks, and refreshments (Hot Dogs, Lemonade, Watermelon)
Noon. - Live music
Games for kids.
We need homemade or store-bought cakes or cupcakes.
Bring your items to the Cake Walk table between 9:30-10:45. Label your cake plate with your name and number if you need it back. No custard or whipped cream pies.

Evening July 4th

Music: 6:30-8:00

Potluck Dinner at the Tanyard by the Bond Street Barn (6-8pm)

Main and Luckett Streets See map

(In case of rain this event will move to the Old School)

Alphabet Potluck
Bring a dish. If your last names begins with:
A - I =Main dish, J - Q = Salad, R - Z = Dessert
Bring enough for 8 -10 people, also bring your own drinks or bottled water and lawn chairs or blankets. Remember to mark your plate and bring a serving spoon for your dish.

Pie Baking Contest. Judging 5:30-6 View Flyer

Bake your favorite pie and drop it off at 4:30 at the contest table. Label the bottom of your pie plate with your name, phone number, and kind of pie. No custard or whipped cream pies.