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Coos Bay 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks at Mingus Park
Jul
3
to Jul 4

Coos Bay 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks at Mingus Park

Spend the day with family and friends in Coos Bay’s beautiful Mingus Park. Events include the Boy Scouts Hamburger Stand fundraiser, Smokey the Bear with the Coos Forest Protective Association, ODFW’s fishing pond, art, furry friends, and more from 11am - 2pm. Plus, Free Swim at Mingus Park Pool from 2pm to 4pm!

Don’t miss The Blast by the Bay, the Oregon Coast’s largest fireworks display on July 3rd. Ko-Kwel Casino Resort Coos Bay (formerly The Mill Casino) will light up the skies over the Bay with this year’s waterfront fireworks display.

The fireworks display will be located in front of Ko-Kwel Casino Resort, but can be seen from just about anywhere along the Bay!

The 20-minute fireworks show commences at 10pm but, before the fireworks, there is more to enjoy!!

6:00  PM – 10:00  PM Food & Beer Garden! North Parking Lot

6 PM – 10 PM – Enjoy a la carte food and beer offerings in the North Parking Lot of The Mill
10 PM – BLAST BY THE BAY - Fireworks Extravaganza

Stick around for a 2nd night of Fireworks with the City of Coos Bay’s Fireworks display over the Bay. The fireworks begin at dark or approximately 10pm. The best viewing spot is from the Coos Bay Boardwalk!

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Central Point 4th of July Freedom Festival and Parade
Jul
4
7:00 AM07:00

Central Point 4th of July Freedom Festival and Parade

Parade starts at 9:30 am. For more details go to the Chamber's website here!

Route:  2nd St. to Pine St. to 8th St. to Cherry St. to Crater, see event map for more details.

Festival starts at 10:30am right after the parade. Free kid activities, food vendors, artisan booths, contests, and live music all at Pfaff Park! Visit the Central Point Chamber's website for details!

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Port Orford Jubilee 4th of July
Jul
4
7:00 AM07:00

Port Orford Jubilee 4th of July

Port Orford Jubilee Fireworks

Dusk.  Battle Rock Wayside Park.  Fireworks program by the Port Orford Volunteer Fire Department.


Land and Sand Art Contest

7 – 10 am.  Dock Beach.  No entry fee.  Award baskets for Best Sand Art, Best Kid’s Art, People's Choice Award and Best Stone and/or Driftwood Sculpture.  Hosted by the Hoffmann Family and Friends.

Pancake Breakfast

7 – 10 am.  Skuttlebutts, 557 9th Street.  All you can eat!  Pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, juice, milk, coffee.  Adults: $10.  Children 6 to 13: $6.  Children under 5: free.  Proceeds support scholarships.  Hosted by Port Orford Rotary.

The Great Painted Rock Hunt

7 am on.  Search for Jubilee Prize Rock around town.  Bring to Coastal Swag, 1717 US 101 for prize.  Hosted by Rock on Port Orford #ROPO.

Paddle Parade

8:30 am.  Line up at 8 am. Pinehurst boat launch to 12th Street boat launch.  Join us for a trip around the lake to kick off the 4th of July celebrations.  Welcoming kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, catamarans, and other non-motorized vessels.  Hosted by Port Orford Yacht Club.

Pickleball Open Play

9 – 11 am.  Buffington Park.

Rummage Sale

9 am – 2 pm.  1536 US 101.  Hosted by St John’s Women’s Guild.

Chalk Art Contest

10 am - 12 pm.  US 101.  Pick up chalk and get number at ’Neath the Wind Realty, 736 US 101. Write number next to artwork.  Winners posted at 1 pm.  Prizes available until 2 pm, then two weeks after.  Chalk available starting June 20th, Monday – Friday, 10 am – 4 pm.

Fourth of July Parade

11 am.  9:30 – 10:30 am line-up.  US 101 from 19th to 8th Street.

Free Community BBQ

1 – 4 pm.  1738 US 101.  Join us for a community BBQ.  All donations will go to our local Meals for Neighbors and Fire Department.

Dinghy Races

1 pm.  Battle Rock Beach.  Two-person teams row out to a flagged marker and back.  Two laps per person, four laps per team.  Hosted by the Ashdowns.

Pet Show

1 pm.   Skuttlebutts, 557 9th Street.  Animals of all shapes and sizes welcome.  No entry fee.  Hosted by Beaver Rickel.

Jerry Can Races

2 pm.  Port Orford Lifeboat Station Museum.  Two-person relay teams compete on 50-yard course.  Men, 42-pound cans.  Women, 22-pound cans.  16 years and older.  Honors Coasties who served at the rescue station from 1934 to 1970.  Hosted by Cape Blanco Heritage Society.

Keg Toss

2 pm.  Buffington Park.  Entry fee.  Toss an empty keg the furthest and win a prize.  Adult entries only.  Hosted by Amity Valet.

Cornhole Tournament

3 pm.  Sign up at 2:30 pm.  1738 US 101.  Join us for some backyard fun for a few friendly rounds of cornhole.  Surprise gift basket donated by Rogue Credit Union for the winning team.enforced.

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Ashland 4th of July Run
Jul
4
7:30 AM07:30

Ashland 4th of July Run

Place

358 East Main Street
Ashland, OR US 97520

Description

Two runs are offered, a 2-mile fun run and a 10K that attracts local competitors as well as running talent from other regions in the U.S. The routes are scenic and on closed roadways. A section of the 10K route is along the tree-lined Bear Creek Greenway. View the course map.

This event is a fundraiser for the Ashland and Phoenix High School cross country teams. You may also make a donation to the Ashland Parks Foundation when you register. 

Course Map


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Central Point Run 4 Freedom
Jul
4
7:30 AM07:30

Central Point Run 4 Freedom

Challenge yourself with a 4k and bring your kids along to participate in the Kid's Fun Run. 17 & under race free. Race Day check-in is between 3rd/4th Street on Pine Street (in front of the old Banner Bank Parking Lot). 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Packet Pick-Up Dates:

  • Wednesday, July 2nd & Thursday, July 3rd: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    City Hall 140 S. 3rd Street on the 2nd floor

  • Friday, July 4th: 6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
    At the event (RACE DAY CHECK-IN DEADLINE 7:15 AM) on Pine Street between 3rd and 4th Street.

7:30 AM – 4K Run, Jog & Walk (17 & under race free)
8:45 AM – Kids Run (12 years and under)

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Ashland Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Celebration
Jul
4
7:45 AM07:45

Ashland Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Celebration

THEME: Celebrating the magic of community

Brought to you by the Ashland Chamber of Commerce
 
2025 Schedule of Events 

7:45 A.M.-APRC Sponsored 4th of July Runs (2 mile & 10k)- click here to register 
9:30 A.M.-4th of July Parade-route begins at Triangle Park and ends on Water St. 
-Family Activity Zone and Vendor Booths in Lithia Park
11 A.M. -1 P.M.-Music and performances at the Band Shell
7:30 P.M.- American Band College Concert at Ashland High School / Tickets
Online

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Eagle Point 4th of July Run and Parade
Jul
4
8:00 AM08:00

Eagle Point 4th of July Run and Parade

8am - Independence Day Fun Run 5k and 1 Mile

9am - 3pm Independence Day Street Fair on West Main St between Buchanon St and S Royal St

11am - Noon Independence Day Parade and State Flag Procession Parade Route: Eagle Point HS > Platt St > West Main St > S. Royal St > Teakwood Dr > W. Archwood Dr

6pm - 1030pm Independence Day Fireworks Show at Eagle Point High School Stadium

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Grants Pass 4th of July Celebration & Food Truck Festival
Jul
4
4:00 PM16:00

Grants Pass 4th of July Celebration & Food Truck Festival

On July 4th, the sky over Reinhart Volunteer Park lights up with a fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day.

This year's event will be on Friday, July 4, 2025, featuring he 3rd Annual Food Truck Festival, Classic Car Show, Bounce Fest 3.0, and a live concert featuring the Paper Flyers at 8 pm.

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Lake of the Woods 4th of July BBQ and Laser Light Show
Jul
4
4:00 PM16:00

Lake of the Woods 4th of July BBQ and Laser Light Show

Lake of the Woods 4th of July Celebration

We are thrilled to announce that we have made a fun alternative plan for 4th of July! Our Outdoor BBQ is from 4pm-8pm featuring the Roadsters, and Lake of the Woods Resort will be hosting our 1st ever Laser Light Show! See you lakeside on the 4th!

To be absolutely clear: we are NOT having fireworks this year.

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Bandon 4th of July Celebration & Parade
Jul
4
to Jul 6

Bandon 4th of July Celebration & Parade

JULY 4TH WEEKEND EVENTS

Friday, JULY 4 :

4th of July Celebration Parade
Highway 101 and Old Town Bandon

Apple Pie & Ice Cream
Ends at Bandon Vistors Center

4th of July Scavenger Hunt
Boardwalk by Glass Picnic Shelter

Cardboard Boat Regatta Races
Port of Bandon Coquille River waterfront, 1st St SE

Alive After Five Wine Walk
Boardwalk Picnic Shelter & Throughout Old Town

Grand Fireworks Display over the Coquille River
Find a spot on the south side of the river for the best viewing!

SATURDAY, JULY 5

Circles in the Sand – Labyrinths on the Beach
Face Rock Scenic Viewpoint, Beach Loop Drive

SUNDAY, JULY 6

Circles in the Sand – Labyrinths on the Beach
Face Rock Scenic Viewpoint, Beach Loop Drive

ALL WEEKEND LONG

Port of Bandon Boardwalk Art Show 2024
Port of Bandon Boardwalk, 1st St. SE

Bandon Crab Derby
Tony’s Crab Shack, 155 1st St. SE

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Boomfest at the Expo in Central Point
Jul
4
7:00 PM19:00

Boomfest at the Expo in Central Point

Celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang at BoomFest 2025!

Gates Open at 7:00 p.m. (North & Main parking lots open for public access)

Fireworks Show Begins around 9:50 p.m.

Community Launch Zone: 7:00–9:30 p.m.

Hosted by Fire District 3, this supervised area—located near the west end of the Seven Feathers Event Center—offers a designated spot where the public can light off legal, personal fireworks. It’s the perfect place to gather, celebrate, and enjoy the spirit of the Fourth with your community.

Important Info

Admission and parking are FREE!

Bring your own chairs, blankets, and legal fireworks.

Keep an eye on our socials for updates or weather-related announcements.

Thanks to the generous support of the City of Central Point and Fire District 3

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Butte Falls 5th of July
Jul
5
11:00 AM11:00

Butte Falls 5th of July

Butte Falls is celebrating on July 5th! with a parade starting at 11a, Corvette Car Show, live music, fun for all, and dancing in the park with The Torpedoes. Step lively with Ralph Bunyan!

Exceptional Sugar Pine Company Cafe fare, including tri-tip and chicken grilled to perfection by Butte Falls Volunteer Fire and Rescue and sides that will delight your taste buds, all for just $15

For parade entry and vendor sales, contact Dianne Gorman gormanbf77@gmail.com 541-890-4158

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MAYOR'S FIRECRACKER RUN AT MINGUS PARK, COOS BAY
Jul
4
10:00 AM10:00

MAYOR'S FIRECRACKER RUN AT MINGUS PARK, COOS BAY

Monday, July 4th, 2022, Mingus Park, Coos Bay

10 AM, 1/2 mile kid’s run and 4K run/walk

10:00 – 1/2 mile kid’s run – Free!

10:20 (or whenever the kid’s run is over) 4K Grown-up run –Free for members, but please sign-up on-line to help make race morning less crazy! $10 for non-members.  Become a member and race for free!

Register online here. 

Members will not be charged at check-out.   You can also sign up race day from 9-9:45.  Avoid the line and come early to sign up!

Want to participate but racing not your thing?  We could use your help.  Sign up to Volunteer! Various jobs and times available.

Race Description

1/2-mile kid’s run and a 4K for grown-ups.  Kid’s run is 1.5 times around the lake.  4K is 3 times around the lake followed by a HUGE hill in beautiful Mingus Park.  You will then run on city streets, down another Mingus Park dirt trail, and finish on the paved path by the lake.

A map of the course can be viewed here.

We have organized fireworks that evening for all participants!  

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