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Fourth of July on Lopez Island
Lopez 4th of July Parade and Salmon Barbeque -- and Fireworks
The day starts with a Fun Run/Walk. Normally beginning at 8AM in the Village, there is a 5K route and a 10K route. Prizes are awarded, but for the most part it is just a fun way to start the day. |
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The Lopez Island 4th of July Parade is a long- standing tradition. Any organization or individual may participate. Entries can be elaborate (for Lopez) floats or simple costumes and posters. Visitors come from all over to view this unique small town event. The parade is sponsored by the Lopez Lion's Club. |
Parade signup is the day of the parade, at Woodmen Hall (formerly the Legion Hall) before parade time. The parade starts at 11:00 and follows Fisherman Bay Road to Lopez Road, into the village past the business center, and ends at Islander's Bank. Awards are given at the Salmon Barbeque. |
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Following the parade there is a Salmon Barbeque at the Lopez Community Center. Volunteers prepare and serve all the assorted accompanying dishes. The Salmon Barbeque is sponsored by the Lopez Community Fireworks, Inc and is a fundraiser to support the fireworks display. |
The day would not be complete without Fireworks, and Lopez is well known in the Northwest for its outstanding fireworks display. Following a tradition begun by Jim Scripts from his home on Charles Island, the Lopez Community Fireworks, Inc. was formed soon after his death by a group of dedicated community members who wanted to see the unique local shows continue. |
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This all- volunteer grass roots organization has provided Lopez with fabulous displays for the past 18 years. The volunteers include a number of local residents with pyrotechnical licenses who carefully select and even make some of the unique displays. The annual fireworks display is supported by donations and the sale of T-shirts and sweatshirts available at local businessess.. |
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Photos by Ann Palmer 2007
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