When planning your summer vacation, you have so many options and destinations to choose from. Why not choose somewhere that encourages you to spend time in the outdoors and see a lovely side of Oregon? Of course, we are talking about Sunriver! Our Oregon home offers plenty of exciting summer activities and events to take advantage of during your stay. The area is a true beauty and will have you enjoying plenty of outdoor activities in no time. If you need another reason to visit, consider coming to the area for the Fourth of July. A patriotic vacation getaway is a great way to spend your first time in the area. Take a look below at the different ways you can spend this year July 4th in Sunriver this summer.
4th of July Festival and Bike Parade
As mentioned, Sunriver is an incredible community that is full of outdoor activities. The wonderful weather and local trails and attractions make it easy to spend plenty of time outdoors. You will find the difference when it comes to our events that take place over the summer including the Fourth of July.
This summer, stop by the 4th of July Festival and Bike Parade for a unique and thrilling holiday event. The 4th of July Festival and Bike Parade takes place at The Village at Sunriver and can be found many of our vacation rentals in the area. The festival is an all-day event for all ages to enjoy. Stop by the festival to enjoy children’s activities including pony rides, carnival style games, live entertainment, and more. Local food vendors and food trucks will be on hand selling your favorite festival foods so you never go hungry.
The older children will also have a blast too. Police and fire truck vehicles will be on hand for them to check out and explore. They can also climb up a rock wall, pick up a balloon creation, and more. You can enjoy the different activities through tickets that are sold at $1 each with all proceeds benefiting local charities that serve children; each activity has varying ticket costs to enjoy.
The 4th of July Bike Parade will take place that morning from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Riders are encouraged to decorate their bikes with patriotic colors and décor to match the holiday theme. Registration in advance is required to participate in the bike parade. A family of four may sign up for a group special for $30 or individual rider tickets are available at $10 each. Parade fees all go towards Three Rivers Elementary right here in town. With Sunriver being an outdoor playground you will find that the many bike shops in the area offer bike rentals for you to use. You may wish to reserve bike rentals in advance as the 4th of July Bike Parade is always a popular event.
The 4th of July Festival and Bike Parade will take place all day over at The Village at Sunriver on the Fourth of July.
July 4th Fireworks in Bend
The Sunriver community does not allow fireworks, so if you want to see a traditional Fourth of July fireworks display, you will want to head over to Bend. This community is just a short drive away and the fireworks display is well worth the effort to get there.
Specifically, the fireworks display will be launched from Pilot Butte, the tallest point around Bend. This local icon stands tall in the backdrop of the city and is the perfect spot for fireworks to launch from. The July 4th Fireworks in Bend is always one of Oregon’s biggest and brightest fireworks shows and is sure to wow your family.
The fireworks display is a 20-minute show and can be seen from practically anywhere in town where Pilot Butte is visible. Locals tend to head on over to Providence Park or Ponderosa Park to view the fireworks. You can enjoy amenities at these parks, including playgrounds for the kids, restrooms, and plenty of grassy lawns on which to lay out with a blanket. The July 4th Fireworks will start promptly at 10:00 PM. If you happen to get to Bend early for the fireworks, you can always check out their holiday events, including the Pet Parade, Deschutes River Float, and more. Oregon is always about fun when it comes to the Fourth of July.
Sunriver Is Ready to Host You This Summer
The fun never ends here in Sunriver, no matter what time of year you visit. Get ready for your Fourth of July stay by finding your favorite vacation rental and booking it today! Expect fine amenities and close proximity to wonderful activities in the area.
