Have a blast at one of these 4th of July events in and around Portland. Some celebrations have a whole day’s worth of fun activities, games, live music and entertainment your whole family will enjoy.
Portland firework shows and celebrations are held throughout the area. Keep in mind, the use of personal fireworks has been banned in the City of Portland. Save your money and be safe this July 4 by attending one of these firework displays and celebrations.
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2024 4th of July Fireworks and Celebrations in and around Portland
Want to know where you can watch fireworks in Portland? Here’s a full list of firework shows and celebrations in and around Portland.
Waterfront Blues Festival
The Waterfront Blues Festival at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in downtown Portland hosts the annual fireworks show.
The fireworks display is launched from a barge on the Willamette River, making it viewable from just about anywhere on either side of the river. The show starts at dusk, around 10 p.m., on July 4, 2025.
Here are some places where you can view the show.
4th of July Spectacular at Oaks Park
While admission to Oaks Park’s 4th of July event will cost you $38.50 per person, there are plenty of places where you can enjoy the attraction’s fireworks show from outside the gate. The fireworks show starts at dusk on July 4.
View the show from Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, Willamette Park or Sellwood Riverfront Park. Keep in mind, the parking lots at Oaks Bottom and Willamette parks close at 10 p.m. so you’ll have to park outside and walk in or take public transit.
Eastmoreland 4th of July Parade
The annual 4th of July Parade starts at 11 a.m. in front of Duniway Elementary School. All are welcome to walk in the parade and kids of all ages are encouraged to decorate their bikes.
Duniway Elementary School is at 7700 Southeast Reed College Place in Portland.
Hillsboro Hops Game
After the baseball game against the Eugene Emeralds on July 4 there is a fireworks show. The game begins at 7:05 p.m. at Hillsboro Stadium, 4450 N.E. Century Blvd. in Hillsboro. Tickets start at $10.
There are also fireworks displays at games on June 13, June 27, July 5, July 11, July 25, August 15 and August 29.
The Hillsboro Ballpark is at 4460 NE Century Blvd. in Hillsboro.
Hillsboro Rotary 4th of July Parade
Since 1926, the Hillsboro Rotary Club has hosted the annual 4th of July parade in downtown Hillsboro. The parade is at 10 a.m. on July 4. The event theme is United We Thrive.
The parade starts along NE Grant St., turns onto NE Cornell Rd, E Main St, and then NE 2nd Ave.
4th of July Celebration Concert and Celebration
Head to Veterans Memorial Park for a concert and activities on July 4. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there’s family-friendly activities including the fun inflatables, yard games and face painting.
The featured performer is concert band Dancehall Days. Pack a picnic and blankets and chairs for sitting on the grass. This event is free to attend.
Veterans Memorial Park is at Intersection of Washington, Watson, and 7th in Beaverton.
Star Spangled Parade and Independence Day Illumination Concert and Laser Show
The city hosts a daylong celebration on July 4. Starting at 10 a.m., enjoy a parade from Lake Garden Court to Chandler and 10th Street onto A Avenue. The route then travels along Second Street ending at Millennium Plaza Park.
At Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First St, festivities continue at the park from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with live music, a pie eating contest, national anthem, face painting and vendors.
In the evening, Lake Oswego hosts a concert and laser light show at Foothills Park, 199 Foothills Road. Starting at 8 p.m., Hit Explosion performs followed the laser light show. Lasers take flight at 10:15 p.m. Food vendors will be on-site. Bring your blankets and low-back chairs to watch the show. See the full schedule of events.
4th of July Family Festival
On July 4, the daylong festival begins with a morning walk hosted by the Happy Valley Hikers, followed by a community parade. A family festival at Happy Valley Park, 13770 SE Ridgecrest Rd., has live music, carnival games and inflatable structures, and food and beverage vendors, and a beer garden. A fireworks show starts at dusk.
Entry to the park and most activities are free. See the full schedule of events.
4th of July Fireworks Show
The City of Sandy hosts its annual fireworks show at dusk on July 4 at Sandy High School, 37400 Bell St.
Hood River Fireworks
The celebration starts on July 4 at 10 a.m. with a parade along 12th St. Afterward you can stroll around Hood River. It’s a perfect place to grab lunch and peruse the shops.
In the evening, the fireworks show will start at 10 p.m. at the Hood River Event Site, Portway Ave. in Hood River.
Fourth of July Celebration
The city hosts the 4th of July festival, including a fun run, parade, children’s activities, a festival, street dancing and a pie eating contest. Activities are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Head to Overlook Park, 113-131 S Main Ave. in Ridgefield.
Fort Dalles Fourth
Head to The Dalles for a full day of fun on July 4. Join in on the parade, fun run, yoga, community breakfast, concert, block party and live music. Then the big fireworks show starts at 10 p.m. Watch the show from Riverfront Park, Riverfront Park Rd.
Fireworks Celebration at the Oregon Garden
The Oregon Garden’s fireworks show takes place on July 3. Celebrate the day with live music, food trucks, activities, 80 acres of gardens to explore and a 15-minute fireworks display. From 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m., admission is $14 per person. Seniors pay $12, teens are $10 and youth are $7. Kids 4 and under attend for free.
Parking onsite is $10. Offsite parking is free. The Oregon Garden is at 879 W Main St. in Silverton.
Star Spangled Celebration
Head to the Sunset Speedway in Banks for a car race followed by a fireworks show on July 4. Tickets are $20. The race starts at 6:30 p.m. followed by fireworks at dusk. You can also watch the show from outside the speedway at Banks Sunset Park, 12765 NW Main St. in Banks.
4th of July Parade
On Friday, June 4, at 11 a.m., enjoy a community parade set to the theme of “Salute Our American Heroes.” The parade starts and ends at Jessie Mays Community Center, 30975 NW Hillcrest Street in North Plains. Free refreshments are provided at the center.
4th of July Parade and Fireworks
At 10 a.m. on July 4, downtown Estacada is hosting its annual parade, which is known for its rolling display of decorated log trucks. The parade will begins at Estacada High School and travels along Main Street and returns to the high school via Southeast Fourth Street and Broadway Street.
This year, there is also a fireworks display near the high school at 10 p.m.
4th of July Celebration
Join Woodburn Recreation and Parks for a fun night of games, food and live music at Centennial Park, 900 Parr Rd NE in Woodburn on July 4.
Starting at 5:30 p.m., the park is filled with games and food from local vendors. At 6 p.m., enjoy live music. The fireworks show starts at 10 p.m.
Skamania Fairgrounds Fireworks
Enjoy live music and fireworks at dusk at Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Dr. in Stevenson.
4th of July Celebration in Marine Park
Take a drive out to the Gorge for fireworks at Marine Park on July 4. Fireworks start at 10 p.m. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite.
The event is at Cascade Locks Marine Park, 355 Wa Na Pa St. in Cascade Locks.
Fourth of July Laser Light Show
Join Wilsonville Parks and Recreation for the fourth annual Laser Light Show on July 4. Live music, face painting and Kona Ice starts at 8 p.m. The show begins when it’s dark enough for the lasers, ~9:45 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch the show.
Head to Town Center Park, 29600 SW Park Place in Wilsonville.
2024 Details
I will update these events as soon as 2025 details are announced.
City of Maywood Park 4th of July (2024)
2025 details coming soon!
From noon to 5 p.m., the City of Maywood Park is hosting family-friendly events, including a parade, barbecue, pie eating contest, beer garden and games.
Head to 3510 NE Maywood Place in Maywood Park to join the fun.
Oak Hills 4th of July Celebration (2024)
2025 details coming soon!
On July 4, the celebration begins with a fun run followed by a community parade. Entertainment and activities are held throughout the day. Starting at 6:30 p.m., food and beverage carts will be onsite. The fireworks show starts at 10 p.m. This year, it is $5 per person to access the greenspace where the fireworks show is held.
Events are held at and around the Oak Hills Recreation Center, 2400 NW 153rd Ave. in Beaverton. Check out the full schedule.
St. Helens Independence Day Celebration (2024)
2025 details coming soon!
On July 4, the celebration is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at McCormick Park. Festivities include at freedom walk, cruise in, flag raising and national anthem, birthday cake and musical performances.
This event does not include a fireworks show.
The event is at McCormick Park at 475 S 18th St. in St. Helens.
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