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Welcome to The Premier Small Town Big Fourth Experience!
Established in 2014, this all-day celebration of independence has become a beloved tradition, offering a jam-packed day of festivities for the entire community. From the exhilarating Rocket Run & Community Breakfast, to the spectacular Hometown USA Parade and Fireworks display lighting up the beautiful Columbia River Gorge, Fort Dalles Fourth promises something for everyone from dawn 'til dusk.
Saturday July 4th, 2026
7:00 AM
Rocket Run – Race Start
Registration opens 6:30 AM
Community run along the river
Location: Lewis & Clark Festival Park (1st & Union St. The Dalles, OR)
8:00 AM
Community Breakfast
Free McDonald’s breakfast
Location: City Park (707 Union St, The Dalles, OR)
8:00 AM
Yoga on the Grass
Immediately following the Rocket Run, pre-registration required
Location: Lewis & Clark Festival Park (1st & Union St. The Dalles OR)
10:00 AM
Hometown USA Parade
Route begins at 6th & Webber, traveling through Historic 2nd & 3rd Street
11:00 AM (Pending Confirmation)
Concert in the Park
Gorge Winds Concert Band in the shade
Location: City Park (707 Union St, The Dalles, OR)
5:00 PM
The Dalles Community Celebration
Live music, beer garden, food vendors, and family-friendly activities
Location: Downtown Main Street
10:00 PM
Fort Dalles Fourth Fireworks Show Largest In The Gorge!
Viewable from multiple locations around town
Schedule subject to change as event details are finalized
If you enjoyed the events or want to support the show please consider donating today!
Established in 2014, this all-day celebration of independence has become a beloved tradition, offering a jam-packed day of festivities for the entire community. From the exhilarating Rocket Run & Community Breakfast, to the spectacular Hometown USA Parade and Fireworks display lighting up the beautiful Columbia River Gorge, Fort Dalles Fourth promises something for everyone from dawn 'til dusk.
Saturday July 4th, 2026
7:00 AM
Rocket Run – Race Start
Registration opens 6:30 AM
Community run along the river
Location: Lewis & Clark Festival Park (1st & Union St. The Dalles, OR)
8:00 AM
Community Breakfast
Free McDonald’s breakfast
Location: City Park (707 Union St, The Dalles, OR)
8:00 AM
Yoga on the Grass
Immediately following the Rocket Run, pre-registration required
Location: Lewis & Clark Festival Park (1st & Union St. The Dalles OR)
10:00 AM
Hometown USA Parade
Route begins at 6th & Webber, traveling through Historic 2nd & 3rd Street
11:00 AM (Pending Confirmation)
Concert in the Park
Gorge Winds Concert Band in the shade
Location: City Park (707 Union St, The Dalles, OR)
5:00 PM
The Dalles Community Celebration
Live music, beer garden, food vendors, and family-friendly activities
Location: Downtown Main Street
10:00 PM
Fort Dalles Fourth Fireworks Show Largest In The Gorge!
Viewable from multiple locations around town
Schedule subject to change as event details are finalized
If you enjoyed the events or want to support the show please consider donating today!
Date & Time
July 4, 2026
7:00am - 11:00pm
Location
Down Town the Dalles
Setting: In-Person
The Dalles, OR, OR 97058
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