OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE BRISTOL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION!
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There is a one-time fee of $41.50, of which $20.00 goes directly to support the Fourth of July Celebration in Bristol, celebrating since 1785!
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Plates are available to ALL Rhode Islanders! Fill out the application, which can be downloaded from our License Plate webpage or you can call 401.424.1095.
Bristol's 227th Fourth of July Celebration
Bristol's Annual Fourth of July Celebration, established in 1785, is the oldest continuous celebration of its kind in the United States.
In keeping with that long standing tradition of honoring our nations independence, the Bristol Fourth of July Committee establishes as its mission a means by which we can carry out our mandate to have a patriotic observance in Bristol, Rhode Island that can best exemplify our National Heritage.
The Purpose of this Committee is to formulate, prepare and carry out all plans for the Annual Fourth of July Celebration. All members of the Committee are volunteers. The presiding Chairperson for the 2011/2012 Celebration is Dick Devault.
If you would like to donate to the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration, you can send your donations to the Bristol Fourth of July Committee, for more information on supporting the Celebration please visit the General Chairmans' page.
We thank you for your support!
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Bristol's Fourth of July Parade - July 4, 2012
The Fourth of July Parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will step-off at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State Street and Bradford Street. Hope Street (Rt. 114) will be closed off beginning at 8:00 a.m., including Poppasquash Road.
Beginning at 7:00 a.m., Chestnut Street, Naomi Street and Sherry Avenue will be close to traffic. A parking ban along the parade route goes into effect the night before the parade.
The Parade Chairman for the 2012/2013 Parade is Ray Lavey.
Official Fourth of July Souvenirs
The Official Souvenirs for the 227th Fourth of July Celebration are in process and when available we will let you know.
To view the items for sale when available visit the Souvenir webpage.
The Souvenir Chairman are Dudley Hallagan, Ray Dubord and Trudi Palazio.
NEWS/UPDATES
EVENTS
VALENTINES BREAKFAST
On Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012, the Fourth of July Committee will hold its annual Valentines Breakfast at the Cup Defenders Association at 230 Wood St. from 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 m.m. Tickets are $10.00 each, children under 10 are$4.00 and children 5 and under are free. Admission includes automatic entry into the Raffle.
Tickets will also be available at the door.
25-WEEK LOTTERY
Our 25-Week Lottery will begin January 9, 2011 and end on July 4, 2011. Tickets can be purchased from any member of the Fourth of July Committee or forms will be available in the Bristol Phoenix.
Tickets are $25.00.
$50.00 daily drawings will begin in January with seven $226.00 drawings being drawn at the General Committee Meetings of the Fourth of July Committee.
That's 175 chances to win $50.00 and 7 chances to win $226.00.
Good Luck to all!
COMMITTEE CONTACTS
General Chairman: Dick Devault
genchair@july4thbristolri.com
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 561
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
Vice Chairman: Ray Lavey
paradechair@july4thbristolri.com
JULY 3-4
July 3:
Concert: 6:30 p.m. - Independence Park
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. over Bristol Harbor
July 4:
Patriotic Exercises: 8:30 a.m. - Colt School
Cannon Warning: 10:15 a.m. - Chestnut St.
Military, Civic and Firemen's Parade:
10:30 a.m.
ABOUT BRISTOL
Bristol is a town in and the historic county seat of Bristol County, Rhode Island, United States.[3] The population was 22,954 at the 2010 census. Bristol, a deepwater seaport, is named after Bristol, England. Major industries include boat building (and related marine industries), manufacturing and tourism.
Town Administrator: Diane Mederos
Town Hall: 10 Court Street, Bristol, R.I. 02809
Town Website: www.bristolri.us
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
ITEMS FOR SALE!
The Bristol Fourth of July Committee has several great items for sale. These include the 225th Commemorative Coin and 2012 Fourth of July Calendar. Check out our Items for Sale web page for some ideas on great gifts for yourself, family or friends! 25-WEEK LOTTERY
Are you a winner!!! Check out our Lottery web page for a list of the winners!
Drum & Bugle Corps. Competition
The Bristol Fourth of July Committee is proud to present the Fourth of July Drum and Bugle Corps Competition, the Summer Music Preview. The Competition is one the highlights of the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration. It has grown to become one of the finest competitions, featuring top Drum and Bugle Corps from the United States and Canada.Concert Series
The 2012 concerts are returning to Independence Park. All different types of music for 12 nights, all for free. Come and enjoy a wide variety of music. For more information visit the Concert Series page.
Walk of Freedom
The Bristol Fourth of July Committee Walk of Freedom is located on the Town Common in the area circling the Flag Pole. It is paved with bricks and granite pavers. You can have your name, organization, or other inscription of your choice engraved into either. For more information visit the Walk of Freedom page.
Golf Tournament
Join us for our "Spirit of America" Golf Tournament this year at the Swansea Country Club in Swansea, Mass. Shotgun start with prizes, dinner, gift bag, and more!!! Watch for updates on date and time! For more information visit the Golf Tournament page.
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