Alplaus 4th of July Schedule of Festivities and Entry Details

Come one, come all to the Alplaus 4th of July Celebration! Spanning a few days we know how to really make the 4th of July a family friendly extravaganza!

Note - if you’re interested in participating in the parade, download the Parade Entry form here:
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Sunday, June 30, 2024

10:30 am Ecumenical Church Service - Fire Department Pavilion

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

3:00 – 5:00 pm Kids’ Carnival - Fire Department Pavilion

Children up to age 10 are invited to an afternoon of petting zoo, games, crafts and ice cream. Please note, all children should be accompanied by an adult.

6:00 pm Firefighter Skills Competition - Fire Department Lawn

Cheer on our Alplaus firefighters as they compete against neighboring fire departments in friendly competition and skills. This is a great opportunity to show your support for these important volunteers in our community.

7:00 pm Alplaus Neighborhood Block Party - Fire Department Pavilion

Come join your neighbors for an evening of fun times and celebration. There will be music, food, and beverages!

Thursday, July 4, 2024

10:00 am Parade Line-Up - Glencliff Elementary School

All parade participants should arrive at Glencliff Elementary School, 961 Riverview Road, Rexford, for parade positioning.

11:00 am July 4 th Parade – 50th Anniversary Celebration Alplaus Avenue

The 50th Anniversary parade will leave Glencliff School and travel west on Alplaus Avenue. Parade entrants will be announced as they pass the fire house. The parade will continue down Alplaus Avenue, turn left onto Belmont Ave, left onto South Ave, and left onto Mohawk Ave. The parade will conclude by turning right onto Alplaus Avenue and ending at the Alplaus Fire House.

11:30 am July 4 th After Party - Fire Department Pavilion

Join us after the parade for more festivities and cheer. Lunch and refreshments will be available.

Alplaus T Shirt Gallery

One Alplaus Tradition is producing an annual 4th of July T-Shirt. These shirts are sold to residents at cost to promote the spirit of community. The gallery here presents a collection of vintage shirts from days of yore here in Alplaus. Maybe someday we can find them all? :)