Happy Fourth of July Weekend from That Oregon Life and Scout Northwest! With record temperatures this year, Oregon and the great northwest are experiencing dryer seasons than usual. With this extreme weather, of course, all of us can do our part to be extra responsible this year as we celebrate Independence Day in our beautiful state.
The Oregon State Fire Marshall encourages everyone to use the four B’s of safe fireworks use:
Be prepared before lighting fireworks
- Use only legal fireworks available at licensed sales locations.
- Store fireworks out of children’s reach.
- Always read and follow the directions on the firework’s label.
- Place pets indoors; they are easily frightened by fireworks.
- Always have water handy (a garden hose or a bucket of water).
Be safe when lighting fireworks
- Only adults should light fireworks.
- Keep matches and lighters away from children.
- Only use fireworks outdoors and away from combustibles.
- Light one firework at a time and move away quickly.
- Keep children and pets away from fireworks.
- Do not throw fireworks or hold them in your hand.
Be responsible after lighting fireworks
- Soak used fireworks thoroughly in a bucket of water.
- Dispose of used fireworks and debris properly.
- Never re-light a “dud” firework. (Wait at least 15–20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.)
Be aware
- Use only legal fireworks.
- Use fireworks only where it is legal to do so.
- Fireworks are prohibited in City and State Parks, including the beach.
Fireworks in Central Oregon
Bend:
July 3rd, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
First Friday Art Walk is BACK! Stroll historic downtown Bend or the Old Mill District to enjoy art, live music, local food & drink. Take advantage of easy and convenient parking in the Centennial Garage for First Friday!
Download and use the Pango Mobile App before you arrive and use coupon code FIRSTFRIDAY to enjoy 3 hours free parking! Download the app here: Pango App
Under the emergency order, use of any fireworks is a class A civil infraction and carries a penalty of a fine up to $750. The City is asking for the community’s support in keeping Bend safe by complying with the ban on fireworks.
Sisters:
July 4th, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Sisters Farmers Market is on every Sunday,11 am – 2pm, June – October at Fir Street Park.
And our furry friends will be welcome to join!
Sunriver:
While we will not be able to host the 4th of July festivities in a regular capacity in 2021, The Village at Sunriver still brings an event for the whole family, the 4th of July Festive Photos. All proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities.
This year, visit The Village at Sunriver to participate in a photo scavenger hunt with your festive family (registration is required). For the $15 registration fee, participants receive a bag of swag. Participants also receive a list of places to take photos around The Village at Sunriver! Look for the signs and festive décor marking the photo spot at each location listed and snap a picture! Submit all your photos via direct message on Facebook or Instagram @TheVillageAtSunriver or email to [email protected]. Completed submissions will be entered to win one of three prizes valued at $200, $100, and $50! Winners will be announced Monday, July 5th.
Register for the 4th of July Festive Photo Contest! Space is limited.
Fireworks on the Oregon Coast
Seaside:
No fireworks this year.
Seaside’s First Saturday Art Walk
Saturday, July 3rd, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
This is a free event that takes place between Holladay Drive and Broadway Street in the Historic Gilbert District of downtown Seaside.
Gearhart:
Independence Day Parade (subject to change as guidance unfolds)
Sunday, July 4th, 11:00 am
Parade travels from Marion to Pacific Way ending at the Fire Station.
Manzanita:
No fireworks.
After careful consideration Manzanita’s annual 4th of July Parade has been cancelled due to continuing Covid safety precautions.
City of Garibaldi:
To celebrate the Fourth of July, the City of Garibaldi asked our residents and businesses to participate in a Porch Parade to bring joy to the community and share our Red, White and Blue Spirit! There will be decorated porches, yards, windows, or sidewalks.
Stop by and drive around to view the porches on your way to the Rockaway Beach fireworks show on July 4th!
Things to know:
- Porches will be decorated for viewing from July 1 – July 7
- To find locations that are participating, check out our Porch Parade Map
- We will continue to update the map as entries are registered.
- Tag us and Share! FB: @CityofGaribaldi Instagram: #GaribaldiPorchParade
Rockaway Beach:
Although there will not be a parade this year, the Fireworks show is set to go! The Fireworks display begins at dusk. Join us in Rockaway Beach this 4th of July for a show you won’t soon forget!
Pacific City – Nestucca Valley:
Oregon Coast Beach Connection has received tentative word that the fireworks will happen there this year but no confirmation yet.
Lincoln City:
The Devil’s Lake fireworks happen on July 3rd, with a barge set up in the middle of the water and the massive mortars fired off from there.
The Lincoln City Visitors Bureau suggests watching from East Devil’s Lake State Park – you cannot really see them from Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area itself as there is a tree-covered campground there. Regatta Park is also excellent. If you have a boat, Devil’s Lake will be prime viewing from the water.
The main show is at Siletz Bay, with the rockets fired off from the Salishan Spit across the bay on July 4th. There, crowds gather to watch the colorful spectacle, made even more dramatic by the trails and explosions reflected in the waters of the bay. Up and down all of Lincoln City beaches and much of its inland blocks are exceptional places to watch.
Depoe Bay:
This charming small town never hosts firework displays. You can learn about other things to do this holiday weekend at Discover Depoe Bay
Newport:
Fireworks are officially on! This event will begin at 10:00 pm, on Sunday, July 4th. The fireworks will be dispatched from on the west end of the International Terminals over Yaquina Bay near The Embarcadero Resort. The Coast Guard will be enforcing an “exclusion zone” of about 400-500 feet from the firing area. No boats are allowed inside this exclusion zone.
Yachats / Waldport:
No fireworks this year for Yachats, but Waldport is as usual holding theirs on July 3rd.
The City of Waldport and the Bayshore Community ask that no personal fireworks be used this year to celebrate the 4th of July.
