Friday, July 4, all day—POULTNEY — The historic town of Poultney is gearing up for a vibrant and fun-filled 4th of July celebration on Friday. From pancakes to parades, puppets to pyrotechnics, the day offers something for all ages.
The celebration kicks off bright and early with a pancake breakfast at 7:30 a.m. at the Methodist Church on Main Street. Families can then stroll over to Slate Quarry Park for a pre-parade magic show with local favorite Tom Joyce.
At 10 a.m., the town’s popularIndependence Day parade begins in East Poultney. This year’s theme, “Enjoying Outdoor Adventures,” encourages creative interpretations from both organizations and families. Cash prizes will be awarded in five categories: Most Photographic, Most Patriotic, Best Depiction of the Theme (Family), Best Depiction of the Theme (Business), and Best Depiction of an Organization. Parade float applications are still being accepted at poultneyrecreation.com/events/4th-of-july.
After the parade, the Bhakta campus becomes the hub for midday fun, offering food trucks, hot dogs, lemonade, and a bouncy house for kids.
The party continues into the evening at Poultney Elementary School. At 4 p.m., magician Blaine Good will entertain the crowd, followed by a 5 p.m. performance from the No Strings Marionette Company. Food trucks will be on hand throughout the afternoon, and children’s activities will continue into the evening.
At 7 p.m., an all-ages dance party with DJ Saltis will get everyone moving, leading up to the grand finale—fireworks at 9 p.m.
For more information, visit poultneyrecreation.com.
