Warm temperatures, fun activities and awe-inspiring fireworks mark a day of festivities this Fourth of July. So, if you’re planning to be in the Greater Portland region this Independence Day, or you are interested in visiting Oregon’s Washington County for the holiday, here is a sampling of what to expect:
Parade
Hillsboro 4th of July Parade
Parade starts at 10am at corner of Second and Main Streets
Berry picking is just one of several activities planned for the annual 4th of July Berry Festival at Smith Berry Barn.
Activities
Smith Berry Barn’s 4th of July Berry Festival, featuring berry picking, family activities, food and live entertainment (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Location: Smith Berry Barn – 24500 SW Scholls Ferry Road, Hillsboro
Firecracker 100 Race, DAA Extreme Late Models vs. Dirt Car Super Late Models (6-10 p.m.); fireworks display immediately following race
Location: Sunset Speedway Park – 485 South Main Street, Banks, Oregon
Red, White and Celebrate, wine tastings, live music, new-release tastings, barrel samplings, and more (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Location: Wineries countywide
Fireworks Displays
Forest Grove’s 4th of July Celebration, with live music (8:30 p.m.) and fireworks show (10 p.m.)
Location: Tom McCall School – 1341 Pacific Avenue
Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration (Tigard, Ore.) with kids’ activities, clowns, live music, concession stands selling light snacks. Gates open at 6pm; fireworks at dusk.
Location: Tigard High School – 9000 SW Durham Rd.
Have a safe and fun 4th of July!