fourth of july in downtown port angeles
fourth of july in downtown port angeles
CELEBRATE THE
FOURTH IN
PORT ANGELES
Experience one of the Olympic Peninsula’s biggest summer celebrations with live music, family-friendly events, local food, waterfront festivities, and a spectacular fireworks finale over the harbor. Spend the holiday surrounded by mountain views, community spirit, and unforgettable summer energy.
SCHEDULE
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The 4th Annual Pat Webber Memorial Pickleball Tournament returns for another year of friendly competition and community spirit! Held on the upper parking level of the Port Angeles Wharf, this beloved tournament honors Pat Webber while bringing players together for an exciting day on the courts.
Location: Upper parking level of the Port Angeles Wharf
Registration opens soon! CLICK HERE FOR UPDATES
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Cornhole Tournament | Cash Prizes!
Join the fun in this competitive cornhole showdown with cash prizes on the line! The tournament will take place in Lot B (121 W. Front St., the ice rink parking lot) and is open to teams ready to compete for bragging rights and rewards.
Entry is $20 per team.
Prizes: 1st - $500, 2nd - $200, 3rd - $100
Registration opening soon! CLICK HERE FOR UPDATES
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Show off your most festive furry (or feathered!) friends in this adorable Patriotic Pet Parade, featuring hundreds of dollars in prizes! The parade begins at 11:00 AM at Pebble Beach Park and makes its way to the Port Angeles City Pier, where judging will take place at noon. Dress your pets and join the fun!
PARTICIPANTS CHECK IN AT 10:30 AM BEHIND FIELD HALL
Cash Prizes: Hundreds of $$$ worth of prizes!
Location: Starting at Field Hall, Ends at City Pier
Judging done at Port Angeles City Pier at Noon
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Craft, art, and food vendors will line the pier, offering a vibrant mix of local goods, creativity, and delicious bites right along the waterfront!
Want to become a vendor? CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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Bring the whole family to the Kids Zone for an afternoon packed with fun and energy! Kids can cool off at the Strait Foam foam party, challenge friends to a round of putt-putt golf, race through the Hulk & Spiderman obstacle course, enjoy the giant slide, and explore a special toddler ball pit designed just for little ones.
There will also be face painting, a petting zoo area, cotton candy, and popcorn!
There’s something for every age to enjoy throughout the celebration!
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Laser tag is coming to downtown Port Angeles and will be set up at the Gateway Transit Center! Get ready for fast-paced fun and friendly competition right in the heart of the celebration!
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Join us for a friendly community baking contest where local apple pies will be judged by a panel to crown this year’s winner!
Location: City Pier Stage
Prizes: 1st - $250, 2nd - $150, 3rd - $100
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Enjoy the waterfront beer garden featuring local brews from Mighty Pine Brewing and Bar Hop! It’s the perfect spot to relax, take in the harbor views, and celebrate the day with great craft beer from right here in the community.
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Join us in celebrating America's 250 birthday with mass consumption of hot dogs!
The event will take place on Saturday July 4th as part of the Chamber of Commerce's annual July 4th Community celebration at City Pier.
We are looking for volunteers! Click here to help!
For more information, how to enter, and updates, check here: https://www.facebook.com/share/14hoKNm957t/
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You’ve never seen lawn care like this before! Get ready for one of the most unexpected and entertaining events of the day, where lawn mowers take center stage in a high-energy derby like nothing you’ve seen before!
Held in Lot B (121 W. Front St., the ice rink parking lot), this crowd favorite brings humor, competition, and plenty of action.
Cash prizes are still to be determined, with an entry fee of $100 per entry.
To sign up or get more information, contact huntinglarry@hotmail.com
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Enjoy live performances from local bands bringing great energy and music to the waterfront throughout the day! Grab a spot, relax, and soak in the sounds while celebrating the 4th of July in downtown Port Angeles.
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Downtown Community Parade sponsored by Lambert Consulting
Cash prizes for the best floats!
Starting at 6:00 pm throughout downtown
This Year's Theme: The United States 250th Anniversary
Parade Applicationor email operations@portangeles.org
The parade entry fee is $25, except for Veteran's and Youth Groups, which are free. If you are a Veteran or Youth Group please follow the instruction below to submit your application.
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Enjoy live performances from local bands bringing great energy and music to the waterfront throughout the day! Grab a spot, relax, and soak in the sounds while celebrating the 4th of July in downtown Port Angeles.
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End the night with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the Port Angeles waterfront! This highly anticipated show is the grand finale of the celebration - an unforgettable way to cap off a full day of fun, music, and community festivities!
Fireworks show will be at the Port Angeles Harbor this year!
AT A GLANCE
8AM - 11AM
Pickleball Tournament
PORT ANGELES WHARF
11AM - 3pM
CORNHOLE Tournament
LOT B | Prizes: 1st - $500, 2nd - $200, 3rd - $100
11AM - 12pM
Patriotic Pet Parade
RAILROAD AVENUE | PEBBLE BEACH TO CITY PIER
Prizes: 1st $250, 2nd $100, 3rd $50
12PM - 8pM
CRAFT FAIR & FOOD VENDORS
PORT ANGELES CITY PIER
12pM - 5pM
CITY PIER AREA
KID ZONE
12PM - 5pM
GATEWAY TRANSIT CENTER
LASER TAG
12pM - 1pM
APPLE PIE EATING CONTEST
CITY PIER STAGE | Prizes: 1st $250, 2nd $150, 3rd $100
1PM - 10pM
CITY PIER STAGE AREA
BEER GARDEN
2PM - 3pM
Uncle Sam’s Hot Dog
Eating Contest (ADULTS + KIDS)
CITY PIER STAGE | Prizes: 1st $800, 2nd $300, 3rd $100
3pM - 5pM
LOT B
Lawnmower Derby
4PM - 6pM
CITY PIER STAGE
Mars Garden Concert
6pM - 7pM
America’s Bi Quincentennial - Celebrating 250 years Parade
WATERFRONT DISTRICT
8PM - 10pM
CITY PIER STAGE
Black Diamond Junction Concert
10:15pM
FIREWORKS SHOW!
PORT ANGELES HARBOR
WHAT TO DO & WHERE TO STAY IN Port Angeles
Wondering where to go, what to do, and where to visit during your stay here in Port Angeles? Check out these featured stays, eats, and adventures!
faqs
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There are several public parking options available throughout Downtown Port Angeles during the 4th of July celebration. Visitors can find street parking, city parking lots, and nearby public parking areas within walking distance of the waterfront festivities, parade route, and City Pier. Downtown Port Angeles also offers over 150 free two-hour off-street parking spaces and additional paid parking throughout the downtown core.
Please note:
Parking fills quickly on the 4th of July, especially near the waterfront and parade route.
Arriving early is strongly encouraged.
Some streets may close temporarily for the parade and evening festivities.
Be sure to observe posted parking signs and time limits.
For ADA Parking: ADA parking for the parade will be the parking lot behind the former Bank of America building on the corner of Front and Laurel. But arrive before 5pm because the streets will be closing for the parade!
For more information, check out Field Hall’s parking map: https://fieldhallevents.org/parking/ -
The fireworks finale will launch over the Port Angeles waterfront at approximately 10:15 PM, with several great viewing areas throughout downtown and along the harbor.
Popular viewing spots include:
The Port Angeles Wharf waterfront area
Railroad Avenue waterfront sidewalks
Pebble Beach Park
Port Angeles City Pier (furthest away)
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Visitors can stop by the Port Angeles Visitor Center to pick up a downtown map that includes public restroom locations, parking areas, event zones, and helpful visitor information.
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Public transportation service may be limited or adjusted due to the holiday schedule. Visitors planning to use local transit are encouraged to check with Clallam Transit System for the latest holiday route information, schedules, and service updates before heading downtown.
Because of parade routes, street closures, and increased traffic throughout the day, some bus stops or routes may also experience temporary detours or delays. Arriving early and planning ahead is highly recommended.
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There will not be bleachers at the City Pier this year. Please feel free to bring lawn chairs to the music concerts and the hot dog eating contest!
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The streets in the interior of the District being closed to traffic between 5pm and 7pm for the parade.
expect wait times
for restaurants & cafes
to be 1hr + during
dinner time
clallam transit
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will be operating
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