Wednesday, June 27, 2012

2012 July 4th Fireworks Parades and more


A list of 4th of July Celebrations and Parades for the White Mountains of New Hampshire

Friday, June 29

Jackson: Jackson Village, 9 p.m. Jackson Village and the surrounding communities come together to celebrate Independence Day. The Fireworks will be going off from the greens of the Wentworth Golf Course making easy viewing throughout Jackson Village but we do recommend that you come early to get a good spot. There will be ice cream, popcorn, glow necklaces, balloons and other fun stuff available from the Jackson Fire Department. This spectacular display is sponsored by our Jackson Town Selectmen, Red Fox Bar & Grille, the Wentworth Golf Club, Lisa Gardner, Inc., Black Bear Realty, Badger Realty, Bernerhof Inn, J-Town Deli & Country Store, and White Mountain Puzzles as well as other local businesses and residents.



Tuesday, July 3

Ashland: dusk, L.W. Packard Ballfield.

Bretton Woods: July 3-5. This special celebration will salute all American soldiers from the American Revolution to present. Visit with former Presidents Washington, Lincoln and Roosevelt; enjoy demonstrations, musical performances and dance lessons, plus storytelling, barbeques, beverage tastings and family activities! The days will be full of exciting things to do including “The Battle of Wettysberg” water balloon challenge, our annual Firecracker Family Fun, 5k Firecracker Run. Wednesday evening will feature the Omni Mount Washington Resort's famous fireworks display!

Pittsburg: 10 p.m., Murphy's Dam.

Wednesday, July 4

Lincoln & Woodstock:

Join the towns of Lincoln and Woodstock as we celebrate the most patriotic day of the year...Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4th 2011.
Our 4th of July Celebration starts off with Family Games at the Kancamagus Recreation Area. Make sure to arrive on time as the games begin promptly at 10am and are immediately followed by a BBQ lunch that you won’t want to miss out on!
Get your flags ready by 2pm for the start of our Patriotic Parade starting in N. Woodstock and continuing on Rt. 112 through Lincoln. After the parade, make sure you stick around for the awards presentation to see if your favorite float won!
After the parade, grab dinner at one of the delicious restaurants in Lincoln or Woodstock and then march over to the Woodstock Common for a patriotic concert. This FREE concert begins at 7pm and is a great way to continue your Independence Day Celebration!
By dusk it’ll be time to settle on Main Street Lincoln to watch the fireworks display light up the sky! 



9:30 AM Children's Theatre performance of The Little Mermaid, Jean's Playhouse, Lincoln
10:00 AM Family Games begin at the Kancamagus Recreation Area, Lincoln - Immediately Followed by a Family BBQ
2:00 PM Parade Begins at Alpine Village Resort No. Woodstock and Travels Rt. 112 to the Rivergreen Hotel in Lincoln
7:00 PM Live Concert of Patriotic Music at the Bandstand in Soldier's Park, No. Woodstock
9:30 PM Fireworks Display in Lincoln

Ashland: 10 a.m., 4th of July Parade. The 4th of July Parade route runs from Mill Street to West Street right down Main Street in Ashland.

Bretton Woods: dusk, Omni Mount Washington Resort.

Colebrook: dusk, Ball Field. 11 a.m. Parade. Rain date: July 5. 

Conway: 9:45 p.m., Schouler Park, Conway Village. Preceded by a parade at 1:30 p.m. on Main Street. Entertainment at Schouler Park from 4 p.m. until fireworks.

Gorham: 10 p.m., Town Common. Preceded by Kiddies Parade at 11 a.m. at Ed Fenn. and followed by a 2 p.m. parade from Dublin Street down Rt. 16 to Railroad Street. At 6 p.m., concert by Straightaway until fireworks. Midway and vendors from 11 a.m. Celebration begins on June 30-July 4 with activities over five days.

Laconia: 10 p.m., Opechee Park.

Lincoln and Woodstock: dusk, Hobo Railroad parking lot. Preceded by Patriotic Parade at 2 p.m., free Patriotic concert at 7 p.m.

Pittsburg: 10 a.m., Come up to the Murphy's Dam to enjoy a day of fun for the whole family. Browse the Flea Market, or bring your own table (no charge for sites). There will be plenty of food and vendors for everyone to enjoy. At the Lower Village Pond, let the kids (12 and under) enter the 'kids' fishing derby', pony rides for the kids, and ball games for all ages. At 6pm settle down for a chicken barbeque and listen to music until the fireworks begin at dusk.

Waterville Valley: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. - Independence Day Celebration, Town Square. Traditional 4th of July Parade, family activities, live musical entertainment, and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Weirs Beach: 12:01 a.m., "The First Fireworks of Independence Day" - Weirs Beach will be closed and the fireworks are launched directly from the beach. Great viewing can be had from along the boardwalk or even out on the lake itself. This means you have to be there on Monday Night  Rain date: July 5.

Saturday, July 7

Bristol: dusk, over Newfound Lake. Kelley Park.
Franconia: Fourth of July and Old Home Day Celebration. Bring the family to the historic village of Franconia and experience an old time Fourth of July celebration. Watch the parade on Main Street, browse through the flea market tables, and compete in the famous Rubber Duck Race along the scenic Gale River. After a full day of activities, what better way to spend a balmy summer evening than listening to music outdoors, under the stars. To make the celebration complete, enjoy the magic of the fireworks display. The Old Home Day Celebration and Parade for the Towns of Franconia, Sugar Hill, and Easton are a long-standing tradition that you won't want to miss! Fireworks at dusk, Dow Field.

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