July 4th Celebration

Sat, Jul 4 2026, 11am - 10pm

Celebrate America 250 in Morristown
A regional Independence Day celebration serving Morristown and the Lamoille Valley

The Town of Morristown invites residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day with a full day of community fun at the annual Fourth of July Celebration. This beloved tradition brings families, friends, and neighbors together for a patriotic parade, a lively community festival, live music by Red Hot Juba, and a fireworks display to close out the evening.

As part of the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Morristown’s 2026 Fourth of July events will honor our shared history, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future. Planning is underway, and the Town hopes to introduce several new elements to enhance the celebration, pending confirmation.

2026 Theme: Then. Now. Next.

This year’s theme reflects Morristown’s past, present, and future and will be featured throughout the parade. Parade awards will be given in three categories:

Then: Founding era, early settlement, agriculture
Now: Present-day Lamoille Valley communities
Next: Youth groups, future visions, sustainability

Parade participants are encouraged to design floats, displays, and performances inspired by one of these themes.

Event Highlights

The Town of Morristown’s Fourth of July festivities include a patriotic parade, a community festival, live music, and a fireworks display to close out the evening. From colorful parade entries to food, games, and entertainment, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

As part of the America 250 celebration, the Town hopes to feature additional activities, which may include:

A Vermont Air National Guard flyover (tentative)
Community art activities
History- and culture-focused activities

Final details will be shared as plans are confirmed.

Parade Details

The annual Morristown Fourth of July Parade begins at 11:00 AM at the corner of Harrel Street and Munson Avenue.

During and after the parade, visitors are encouraged to enjoy community activities throughout town, including downtown shopping, local food offerings, and special events hosted by community organizations. More information to come.

Evening Events

Evening festivities, including local vendors and activities for all ages, take place at Oxbow Park.

5:30 PM – Evening events begin
6:30 PM – Live music by Red Hot Juba
Fireworks – At Dusk

Get Involved

Parade Participants

Those planning to participate in the parade are encouraged to register in advance using the Fourth of July Parade Registration. Day-of registration will be available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
All participants must check in at the registration tent to receive their parade number.

Vendor Information

Vendors interested in participating in the evening festivities should use the Event Vendor Registration tab to sign up and review additional information.

Join the Planning Team

We welcome and encourage your involvement. Please reach out using the contact information below to learn more about how you can participate.

For general event information, vendor questions, or parade participation, please contact:
ataplin [at] morristownvt.gov | (802) 888-6375