The Best 4th of July Celebration in West Virginia is back!
Schedule
Thursday, July 1st
- 7:00 p – 11:00 p – Fireman’s Rodeo
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Free Admission
- Sponsored by Alderson Fire Department & EMS, Contact Rick Honaker (304-445-7420)
Friday, July 2nd
- 12:00 p – 1:00 p – All American Baking Contest
- (Alderson Community Center Kitchen) Entries must be dropped off between Noon – 1:00p.m.
- 2021 Theme: Best decorated 4th of July cake.
- Sponsored by Sunshine Dist. Little Debbie, Crawley, WV Contact Brenda Gabbert (304-445-7210)
- 2:00 p – 4:00 p – Ice Cream Social
- (Alderson Depot) Contact Judy Lohmeyer, Alderson Main Street (304-992-2366)
- 4:00 p – 6:00 p – Open House at Alderson Community Center
- 6:30 p – 4th of July Banquet
- (Alderson Community Center) Catered by Ginny Walker –
- Please make reservations by June 28th to ensure you have a seat – $16.00 per person, 12 and under $8.00.
- Contact Linda Loudermilk (304-445-7520) or by email lloud64@yahoo.com
- 7:00 p to 9:00 p – Entertainment TBA
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Free Admission – Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine)
Saturday, July 3rd
- 8:00 a – Parade Line Up
- Alderson Elementary School on Virginia Street, line up depends on your arrival.
- Contact Jessie Willis (304-646-7893) or Jimmy Massie (304-667-3475)
- 8:00 a – Arts, Crafts & Commercial Sales
- (Alderson Elementary School Grounds) Contact Karen Lobban (304-667-5049)
- 10:30 a – 2021 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.
- Contact Jessie Willis (304-646-7893) or Jimmy Massie (304-667-3475)
- 1:00 p – Presentation of Colors
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Introduction of Miss Fireworks and 4th of July Salute
- Awarding of parade prizes
- Raising of flag by Greenbrier East High School JROTC and the VFW Post #6723
- 1:30 p – Field Events
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Afternoon filled with fun and events for everyone – Races of all kinds.
- (No pre-registration required) Contact Jimmy Massie (304-667-3475) or Jessie Willis (304-646-7893)
- 4:00 p – Tug of War
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Greenbrier vs. Monroe and Kids Tug of War
- PLEASE CLEAR THE FOOTBALL FIELD
- 7:30 p to 9:30 p – The Hobbs Sisters
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) – Admission $5 per person for show and fireworks. Children 6 and under free.
- Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine)
- 9:45 p – Introduction to Miss Fireworks 2021
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field)
- 10:00 p – Grand Fireworks Display
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) The Alderson Fire Department will put on the best show in Greenbrier County featuring marvelous aerial and ground displays
Sunday, July 4th
- 11:00 a – Sunday Worship Service
- Alderson Area Churches cordially invite you to attend the church of your choice
- 12:00 p – White Water Canoe Race
- (Fort Spring) – Registration will start at 12:00p.m. and the race starts at 1:00p.m.
- A timed event on the Greenbrier River, total distance 7 miles – canoe & kayak divisions.
- Contact Jessie Willis (304-646-7893)
- 1:00 p – 5th Annual Horse Show
- Held at 117 Greenbrier River Estates, Alderson, WV 24910, (Glen Ray Road)
- $10 Entry Fee except for class 4. Class 4 will be $5.00. Class 25 bring your own dollar. Championship classes will be $25.00.
- Contact Corianna Spinks (304-520-8937)
- 1:30 p – 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.
- Contact Jessie Willis (304-646-7893)
- 6:00 p – Ducks on the Greenbrier
- (Alderson Mini Park) Rubber Duck Race, Grand Prize: $5,000 Cash, plus many other prizes
- 6:30 p – Gospel Sing
- (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bring your own chair and enjoy an evening of gospel music by various local artists.
- Sponsored by the Alderson River of Life Church. Contact Anthony Carter (304-661-0670).
- In the event of inclement weather, the gospel sing will be moved to the Alderson River of Life Church on Rt.63
- Fireworks at Dark
- Celebrating Independence Day – Location TBA (check our Facebook for updates)
Monday, July 5th
- 7:30 a – 8:00 a – Run for Snacks 5K Registration
- (Alderson Public Library)
- 9:00 a – Run for Snacks 5K Race & Kids Fun Run
- Walk or Run Event. All ages welcome. Contact Laurie Bennett (540-798-5737)
Rubber Duck Tickets On Sale Now & Every Day During Celebration YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO WIN
*Please check our website for any changes due to weather*
NO PETS ALLOWED
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