For more than 100 years, the celebration has grown into a festival where it’s estimated around 5,000 people come each year to bathe in the richness of spirit commemorating Old Glory

The patriotic spirit of America is alive and well in the city of Ridgefield. For more than 100 years, the growing Ridgefield community has celebrated our nation’s independence in a big way.

The celebration has grown into a festival where it’s estimated around 5,000 people come each year to bathe in the richness of spirit commemorating Old Glory. The all-volunteer festival committee strives to keep the focus of the festival on honoring our nation’s birthday while not representing any political or religious agendas.

Committee members welcome area residents and visitors to come join us for our celebration and enjoy your time in Ridgefield.

The Ridgefield 4th of July Committee is an incorporated nonprofit organization which promotes a spirit of patriotism through an annual Independence Day celebration in Ridgefield.

The Committee is organized and operated solely by volunteers in our community. No committee member is paid.

There is something for everyone to enjoy while in Ridgefield for the 4th – Fun run, free outdoor entertainment, contests and games, foods & beverages, arts & crafts, a fabulous parade and more.

Funding for these activities is raised through private and business donations, vendor fees, and other application fees. An amazing amount of volunteers all blend together each year to successfully orchestrate a large Independence Day celebration in Ridgefield.

• Downtown Ridgefield – The heart of the celebration featuring music, food, and family fun.

• Overlook Park – A central hub for vendors, activities, and live entertainment.

• Ridgefield Waterfront – Ridgefield Waterfront parking all day. FREE Shuttle to Ridgefield Community Library available.

• Free parking – Free parking this year at COSTCO. Catch the C-TRAN Shuttle to the festivities.

For more information go to Ridgefield 4th of July Celebration.

2025 Calendar of events

Thursday, July 3

• Davis Park 4-10 p.m. – Food, music, dancing, children fun

• Beer Garden – 21 & over with entry includes 1st beer and glass

Friday, July 4

• 7:30 a.m. – 4th of July Fun Run. Kick off the celebrations of the day with a 2.5 mile Fun Run in Downtown Ridgefield. Free entry and no registration required. Just show up with your friends, family and festive spirit. After the run, join in on free Zumba in the Park and keep building energy as we prepare for the parade.

• Location: Davis Park, 337-441 N 3^rd Ave, Ridgefield WA 98642
• Date & Time: 7:30 a.m. Check-In begins, 8 a.m. run start
• Route: Start at Davis Park, run south on 3^rd to Pioneer Street and over the Overpass to the Ridgefield Waterfront, then return to Davis.
• Who: This run is open to all ages and abilities. Runners, walkers, strollers, waddlers and 4-legged participants are welcome. Please keep pets on leashes.

Participants will receive a limited edition “Ridgefield 4^th of July Fun Run” medal at the finish line, while supplies last. This run is sponsored by the City of Ridgefield and supported by the Ridgefield Runners.

• 8:30 a.m. – Zumba in the Park. Come enjoy some coffee and check out venders from 8:30-9 a.m. At 9 a.m. join Craig and Rhiannon to get the energy flowing with Zumba until 10 a.m. This is free to attend.

• 10:15 a.m. – Pet & Kid Pre-Parade. Kids that want to participate can meet at the corner of Pioneer and 3rd at 10:15 a.m. Wear your patriotic colors and parade for the spectators along the parade route. Parents are welcome to walk along and are responsible for your child’s safety and ability to participate. The kids will choose to walk east up Pioneer, or north on 3rd Ave for 4 blocks before returning to their parents. All tamed animals are welcome. Animals must be on a leash at all times and please be prepared to clean up after them.

• 11 a.m. 4th of July Parade – Route can be viewed from 4th Ave west on Division, south on 3rd Ave, east on Pioneer ending at 8th Ave. 

• 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 4th of July Festival in Downtown Ridgefield

• Enjoy all the food and craft vendors along S. Main, Pioneer and in Overlook Park.
• Children’s Activities: Buy your kiddos a wristband for $5 and they can enjoy all the activities unlimited, all day.
• Overlook Park: Hi-Fidelity Entertainment with street dancing
• Dancing on the street corner and plaza led by Craig Brown.
• Live entertainment on stage in Overlook Park after the parade.

• 2:30 p.m. Pie eating contest: Five categories, ages 6-15. Sign-ups are first to fill time slots, day of event at the Souvenir booth in Overlook Park

If you would like a custom annual 4th of July shirt, they are made on site the day of the 4th.  Come check out the new design each year.  They are $15 each. Also available in Youth sizes.

Parking

Parking available at Costco Wholesale at 519 S 56th Pl, Ridgefield. There will be a FREE C-TRAN Shuttle to the school bus turnaround located off N 8th Ave. Avoid the crowds!

• AM/Arrival Shuttle: Begin at 8 a.m., final departure to Downtown at 10:10 AM.
• Shuttles will run approximately every 20-30 minutes.
• No shuttle during the parade.
• PM/Return Shuttle: Begins approximately 12:30 p.m., final departure 5 PM
• Pick up at Union Ridge school bus turn-around located off N 8th Avenue to shuttle back to Costco. Shuttles will run approximately every 20-30 minutes.

Ridgefield Waterfront parking all day, 109 W Division St (cross the railroad tracks on the Pioneer Street Rail Overpass). FREE Shuttle to Ridgefield Community Library available. 

BEST ROUTE to the general spectator parking is to detour north on Royle Road or Reiman Road to NW 289th Street and come south on Main Avenue. This route will avoid road closures and backups navigating through downtown.

ADA Only Parking at the Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer Street. 

No parking the night before. 

No parking on the Pioneer Street Rail Overpass.

Detour route

Road closures will be in effect in Downtown throughout the morning, causing backups. Pioneer Street will be CLOSED at Hillhurst for the parade and detour will be required.

The BEST ROUTE to general spectator parking and the boat launch is to detour north on Royle Road or Reiman Road to NW 289th Street and come south on Main Avenue. This route will avoid road closures and backups navigating through downtown.

Restrooms

Portable toilets are available at the following locations:

• Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center (510 Pioneer)
• 5th Ave and Division
• Davis Park (Mill and 3rd Ave)
• Next to City Hall (3rd Ave and Pioneer)
• Overlook Park (Main and Pioneer)
• There is also a public restroom at Overlook Park (Main and Pioneer)