Alderson 4th of July Celebration

West Virginia’s Best 4th of July Celebration is fun for everyone.  Featuring:  bike, car and horse shows, 5K, “Ducks on the Greenbrier”, contests, flea markets, arts & crafts, Kid’s activities, a parade, live music and of course Fireworks!

FRIDAY, JUNE 30
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Firemen’s Rodeo – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Free Admission, Come watch local and surrounding fire departments compete – Sponsored by Alderson Fire Department & EMS, Contact: Rick Honaker (304-445-7420)

SATURDAY, JULY 1

7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Run for Snacks 5K Registration – (Alderson Memorial Football Field)

9:00 a.m. Run for Snacks 5K Race & Kids Fun Run – Walk or Run Event. All ages welcome. Contact: Laurie Bennett (540-798-5737)

11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Alderson Train Depot Open for Visitors – Come visit the historic depot built in 1910.

11:00 a.m. Dedication of the Blue Sulphur Springs Pavilion – (Blue Sulphur Springs Road) Co

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. All American Baking Contest – (Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church)

1:00 p.m. 7th Annual Horse Show – Held at 117 Greenbrier River Estates, Alderson, WV 24910, (Glen Ray Road)

3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social – (Alderson Depot) Contact: Don Sutherland, Alderson Main Street

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Open Mic Night at the Alderson Train Depot – (Alderson Depot)

7:00 p.m. Mr. Rexroad Contest – (Rexroad Supply Co.) A Mr. not so fabulous contest.

SUNDAY, JULY 2
11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service – Alderson Area Churches cordially invite you to attend the church of your choice.

12:30 p.m. Mud Bog (Races Start) – (117 Greenbrier River Estates, Alderson, WV, Glen Ray Road) Gates open for participants at 9:00 a.m., Tech & Registration starts at 11:30 a.m., admission: 21 and up – $10, Under 21 – $5, Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine),

1:30 p.m. River Events – (Alderson Mini Park) Enjoy an afternoon of fun in the Greenbrier River. Bring your own chair! Men, women, children and anything that floats races.

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. WV Inflatables – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bounce Houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and More! $5 wristbands per day.

7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Goodson Boys – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Free Admission – Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine),

MONDAY, JULY 3
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. WV Inflatables – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bounce Houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and More! $5 wristbands per day.

7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Mark Cline & Stockyard Parade – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Performing 70’s and 80’s rock. Free Admission – Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine)

TUESDAY, JULY 4
8:00 a.m. Parade Line Up – (Alderson Elementary School on Virginia St.) line up depends on arrival.

8:00 a.m. Craft & Food Vendors – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Come & support our unique craft and food vendors throughout the day.

8:30 a.m. Alderson Train Depot Open for Visitors – Come visit the historic depot built in 1910.

10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Alderson 4th of July Car Show – (Old Greenbrier Baptist Church Parking Lot) North Monroe Street. Presented by Tahoe Farm Club,

10:30 a.m. 2023 Grand Parade – Queens, floats, cars, bicycles, tractors, horses and fire engines. Trophies and prizes in all categories. Something for everyone! After parade, trophies and prizes can be picked up at Alderson Memorial Football Field.

1:00 p.m. Presentation of Colors – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Introduction of Miss Fireworks and her court / other pageant winners. 4th of July Salute – Awarding of parade prizes – Raising of flag by Greenbrier East High School JROTC and VFW Post #6723.

1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. WV Inflatables – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bounce Houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and More! $5 wristbands per day.

1:30 p.m. Field Events – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Afternoon filled with fun and events for everyone – Races of all kinds

4:00 p.m. Tug of War – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Greenbrier vs. Monroe and Kids Tug of War

7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The Hobbs Sisters – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Our featured entertainment, Admission $5 per person for show and fireworks. Children 6 and under FREE. Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine) Gates will not open until after the fireworks

9:45 p.m. Introduction of Miss Fireworks 2023 – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Join us in giving a heartfelt welcome to Layla Pence, our 2023 Alderson Miss Fireworks and her spectacular court of gifted and beautiful contestants!

10:00 p.m. Grand Fireworks Display – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) The Alderson Fire Department will put on the best show in Greenbrier County featuring a marvelous fireworks show. Admission: $5 per person for show & fireworks. Children 6 & under FREE.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5
6:00 p.m. Ducks on the Greenbrier – (Alderson Mini Park) Rubber Duck Race, Grand Prize: $5,000 Cash, plus many other prizes