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Old-fashioned Tokeland Fourth
of July, Tokeland, Washington
Independence Day starts early in Tokeland,
with an annual parade and picnic event
returning at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Celebrating
over 40 years, the event will off er prizes to
parade winners, such as “best animal entry,”
“best fl oat” and “best car,” as well as judges’
choice and grand prize winners.
A picnic lunch at the Tokeland Hotel will
follow the parade, with community contribu-
tions welcome.
Feel the thunder fi reworks
show, Ilwaco, Washington
Bring a blanket, chairs and summer
evening treats to this waterfront picnic at
4 p.m. on Saturday, followed by a fi reworks
display at 9:45 p.m. Vendors from the
Ilwaco Saturday Market, as well as local
restaurants, will be on site at the Port of
Ilwaco before the colorful display begins
at dusk.
be mindful of Leave No Trace practices, and
leave pets at home.
Beach friendly Fourth,
Long Beach, Washington
Fourth of July Party
on Pier 39, Astoria
Returning after a three year hiatus, a grand
fi reworks display in Long Beach will return
to the Bolstad Beach Approach at 10 p.m. on
Monday. While this event off ers a chance to
celebrate and have fun, visitors are asked to
On Astoria’s waterfront, an all day event will
off er up local food and drinks, live music,
fi reworks and more, beginning at 1 p.m. on
Monday. Hosted by The Vineside Wine Bar,
the Fourth of July Party on Pier 39 boasts a
Guests are also invited to participate in a
series of beach cleanups along the peninsu-
la’s many approaches at 9 a.m. on Tuesday.
Volunteers will distribute trash bags for
Beach friendly Fourth visitors.
From left, Neveah Beeler, Makaly Heiz and Nicholas Sanders
watch their fi reworks take off at sunset in Long Beach in 2017.
full day of festivities, with music from local
bands including Bikini Beach to accompany
food trucks, kids’ activities, prizes, shops and
vendors. After dusk, watch fi reworks over the
Columbia River from the pier.
This event is free and open to the public.
For $30, guests can purchase a wine tasting
pass, including beverage benefi ts and happy
hour prices.
Fourth of July
fi reworks display, Astoria
Watch fi reworks over the Columbia River
as they’re set off from a barge at 10 p.m. on
Monday. Sponsored by more than 30 local
businesses and individuals, this display is a
time honored Astoria tradition.
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