While towns across Alaska have cancelled government-sponsored 4th of July celebrations, several communities are holding citizen-organized celebrations of Independence Day. Below is a rundown of what’s happening. If you know of others, send us the information.
‘FREEDOM FESTIVAL’ IN PALMER
- July 3-4 (10 a.m.-7 p.m. each day)
- Location: MTA Events Center in Palmer
- Events include booths, food trucks, downtown parade and contests (July 4th at 11 a.m.)
- Learn more here.
‘CELEBRATE FREEDOM’ IN JUNEAU
- July 4 parade at 11 a.m.
- Parade route: Starts at Nugget Mall and continues down Old Dairy Rd.
- Call (907) 988-2665 for more information.
ANCHORAGE VEHICLE PARADE
- July 4 vehicle parade at 11 a.m.
- Gathering starts at the Loussac Library.
- Decorate your vehicle to celebrate Independence Day
PARADE IN HOMER
- July 4 parade at 3:15 p.m.
- Parade route: Starts at Soundview Ave and goes to the end of the Spit
- Click here for more information.
‘MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN’ IN BIG LAKE
- July 4 water parade in Big Lake at 11:30 a.m.
- Meet in front of Burkeshore Marina
- Click here for more information.
SELDOVIA INDEPENDENCE DAY BEACH PARTY
- July 4 beach party at Outside Beach starting at 6:30 p.m.
- Click here for more information.
