ACTIVITIES & FOOD
There is so much to do and see at the Saxtons River Fourth of July Celebration! Come for the day and don’t forget your sunscreen, a chair, and maybe even a towel! To read more about parade participation, please visit the Parade page.
FIRECRACKER 5K ROAD RACE
The race will begin at 8:30 am. Please pre-register at stillmiling.com/saxtons-river-firecracker-5k/
WATER POLO
Cool off in the spray as our local gladiators battle it out on Main Street after the parade. This is a long-standing tradition not to be missed!
LIVE MUSIC ON THE BANDSTAND
Grab a snack from the Street Fair and settle in to enjoy The Creekside Ramblers, a vibrant folk and Americana trio made up of local musicians, Natalie Padilla (Low Lilly) on fiddle, Jake Grieco (Outbound Traveler) on rhythm guitar and lead vocals, and Jake Morrow on mandolin and other strings. Musical influences for the trio range from Doc Watson to Jerry Garcia to Tom Petty.
T-SHIRT SALES and LIVE SCREENPRINTING
Collectors’ t-shirts will be on sale outside the Saxtons River Village Market on Saturday, June 29th and for sale during the celebration while supplies last. The $25 sales price will support the 2024 SRVTFOURTH event.
In addition, Anna Clark, local artist and designer of this year’s poster and shirt graphic, will be screenprinting live at the Street Fair to embrace a reuse mindset and keep textiles out of the landfill! Bring your own shirt or other fabric item to print. A $10 suggested donation will support the 2025 SRVTFOURTH event. Handprinted, signed posters will also be available.
PIE CONTEST
Calling all bakers! Please enter pies in one or more of three categories: sweet, savory and gluten-free. Pies are to be dropped off at Main Street Arts at 8:30 am. Pie will be sold after the judging with prizes will be awarded at noon.
HULA HOOP CONTEST
This longstanding demonstration of agility and commitment takes place in front of the Saxtons River Village Market. With the support of live drummers, the contestants go through many different gyrations to see who can hold up the longest!
SWORDPLAY DEMONSTRATION
Vermont Armored Combat members will be putting on demonstration fights on foot, in armor, with swords, shields, axes and maces. The demonstrations will be followed by teaching the community sword fighting techniques with foam weapons and foam helmets.
KIDS GAMES
A bouncy-house and other games for kids will be happening in the shade beside the Saxtons River Inn. These games are long time favorites so don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the fun!
FACE PAINTING AT MAIN STREET ARTS
Please stop by MSA 11am-4pm to get your face decorated for the celebration! Cost is $3 per person. While you’re there, visit the Vincent DiBernardo show, “Pencil Me In” in the gallery and stay tuned for other possible activities. Please note, the MSA bathrooms will be reserved for those with mobility issues.
SAXTONS RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
The Saxtons River Historical Society will be open July 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a break to view the parade. We have a new exhibit featuring the Saxtons River lodge of the International Order of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F.) and the Rebekahs, in addition to our ongoing exhibits of local history, scrapbooks and photographs.
24 MAIN STREET COMMUNITY CENTER
Frederick Douglass’ speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” will be read at 24 Main Street at 12:30 p.m.
PICKUP SOFTBALL GAMES
At 5:00, there will be casual games at the Rec Center, coordinated by our own, Dave Moore. He will have balls and bats, please bring your glove if yu have one!
STREET VENDORS
We have a stellar lineup of vendors this year, offering a wide variety of foods, beverages and sweets and other wares.
Anon Thai https://www.facebook.com/p/Anons-Thai-Cuisine-100046245675352/
Alpine Glo tacos/burritos https://www.facebook.com/alpineglofarm/
Ice Cream sales outside the Saxtons River Inn
Cotton Candy near the Bandstand
13 Burger and Smoke https://www.thirteenburgerandsmoke.com/
802 Soul Kitchen https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092039355894
T's Boba pop up shop
Wild Child Apothecary lemonade and herbal skin care https://www.wildchildapothecaryvt.com/
Quietree illustrated tea towels https://www.quietree.com/
Beezness Turkish towels and scarves
Wool Radio https://blacksheepradio.org/
Volunteer Fire Fighters fundraising coaster sales
