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Ridgewood NJ, please join us for our annual flag raising ceremony in Wilsey Square at 9am on Tuesday, July 4th followed by parade beginning at 10am. Evening Entertainment with live music, food trucks, beer garden, and fireworks finale begins at 6pm!
The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration began in 1910 when the local papers, the civic section of the Woman’s Club and the Ridgewood Fire Department joined forces to create a “safe and sane ” holiday with an emphasis on Patriotism! The day began with a parade. Pictures of early parades show bands, antique cars, horse drawn floats and many fire trucks. The day concluded with fireworks and a dance in Van Neste Park.
THE THEME OF THIS YEAR’S CELEBRATION IS
“MADE IN AMERICA”
This year as we celebrate the history of our great nation, we want to highlight the many creations made right here in the United States of America. From inventions, people, products, sports, music, entertainment, technology, and more- we are a country of innovators, creators, and visionaries. We hope you get creative to show off the greatness “Made in America.”
Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Schedule of Events
Flag Raising: 9:00 am – Wilsey Square
Parade: Begins 10:00 am – Corner of Monroe and Godwin
Evening Entertainment & Fireworks, gates open 6:00pm: Veteran’s Field
The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration is organized by the Ridgewood Fourth of July Committee, a private all-volunteer group. The Committee is not part of the Village government and receives no funding from the Village. All aspects of the Celebration including fireworks, bands, insurance, police and fire personnel, are funded by voluntary contributions from businesses and individuals as well as the sale of fireworks tickets. Please consider making an individual donation to help “Support the Tradition.”
Thank you for your support!
The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration Committee
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No chairs please in front of the Greek joint.
I don’t want any chairs in front of my house, telling my lawn, every year people leave them on on the lawn after they leave, just amazing if I see chairs on my mom‘s lawn. I’m throwing them in the garbage I don’t care. What are you taking your take out lazy ass. Who’s paying for all the overtime?