Photo Credit: Chris Bidleman
Time to Celebrate!
Our nation's birthday is coming up, and we can't wait to see all of the ways our community celebrates!
July 4th is a busy time in our city, so check out the information below to be prepared and informed this holiday.
Fireworks
Be a good neighbor, follow firework discharge times so that everyone can have a happy Independence Day!
Fireworks may be discharged in Ridgefield on July 4th ONLY from 9am to Midnight.
Fireworks may be on sale in Ridgefield, and throughout the County, before they are permitted to be discharged. Illegal use of fireworks, including using them outside of designated discharge time or device type violation, is subject to a $500 civil fine for first time offenders.
Clark County provides an interactive map that allows the public to quickly determine the rules for fireworks use based on an address anywhere in the county.
Safety First
Residents and visitors are urged to celebrate the Fourth of July with extra caution because improper use of fireworks can lead to grass or structure fires.
If you plan to buy fireworks, the best option is to purchase them locally from a stand inspected by the Clark County Fire Marshal’s Office. Fireworks purchased outside of Clark County may not be legal locally.
A few important safety reminders:
- Always have a bucket of water and water hose ready to douse any fire.
- Assign a responsible adult to supervise fireworks use.
- Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from buildings, vehicles and dry vegetation.
- Never aim fireworks at people or structures.
- Never attempt to alter fireworks or relight “duds” that fail to ignite.
- Place used fireworks in a bucket of water to soak overnight before disposing of them. These devices can still be smoldering and could start a fire if placed in a trash receptacle.
4th of July Celebration
The annual 4th of July Celebration is organized by the Ridgefield 4th of July Committee, a non-profit that is a separate entity from the City. For a schedule of activities and other event information, please visit the event website.
Parade
The parade Route can be viewed from 4th Ave and Division down 3rd Ave, to Pioneer and 8th Ave.
- Chairs, blankets, etc. may be placed on sidewalks AFTER 6PM on Wednesday, July 3. Chairs and other personal property reserving space on public right of way before 6PM on July 3 will be removed and taken to the police station at 101 Mill Street.
- Parade Start Time: 11:00AM
- Parade spectators need to plan to arrive in downtown early. There will be backups on Pioneer and Hillhurst after 9:30 AM.
Parking
- Ridgefield Waterfront, 109 W Division St (cross the railroad tracks on the Pioneer Street Rail Overpass). FREE Shuttle to Ridgefield Community Library available.
- BEST ROUTE to general spectator parking is to detour north on Royle Road or Reiman Road to NW 289th Street and come south on Main Avenue. This route will avoid road closures and backups navigating through downtown. View map (PDF)
- ADA Parking at the Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer Street.
- No parking the night before.
- No parking on the Pioneer Street Rail Overpass.
Detour Route
Road closures will be in effect in Downtown throughout the morning, causing backups. Pioneer Street will be CLOSED at Hillhurst for the parade and detour will be required.
The BEST ROUTE to general spectator parking and the boat launch is to detour north on Royle Road or Reiman Road to NW 289th Street and come south on Main Avenue. This route will avoid road closures and backups navigating through downtown.
View map (PDF)
Restrooms
Portable toilets are available at the following locations:
- Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center (510 Pioneer)
- 5th Ave and Division
- Davis Park (Mill and 3rd Ave)
- Next to City Hall (3rd Ave and Pioneer)
- Overlook Park (Main and Pioneer)
There is also a public restroom at Overlook Park (Main and Pioneer)