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Free Summer Gathering in the Park at Contra Costa Event Park Aug. 6th
Wednesday, July 19th, 2023Community Outreach Musical
Come out and join us for a day of school supply giveaways, community unity with music and dance. Resource operations will also share information.
Sunday, August 6, 2023 3 – 6 p.m.
Contra Costa Event Park (fairgrounds) at 1201 W. 10th Street in Antioch
To reserve your free school supplies, please contact B.C.C. Ministries at (925) 350-0188 or bcc1781@gmail.com.
Antioch 2023 Independence Day Celebration details and schedule
Wednesday, June 28th, 2023Join the City of Antioch in celebrating Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4th in our historic, downtown Rivertown from 4-10 p.m.
Celebration Site
The main celebration will take place in Waldie Plaza and the parking lot of City Hall, encompassing W. 2nd to W. 3rd Streets and G to I Streets. There are many things to do and enjoy within the celebration site including a live entertainment stage, local vendors, food trucks, Kids Zone, DJ stage and much more.
Local Restaurants
The Rivertown Dining District has 14 establishments to enjoy a variety of dining experiences including Smith’s Landing Seafood Grille, Monica’s Riverview, Rick’s on Second, Chrome Coffee, Solid Rock Café/Q’s Cajun Kitchen, Guadalajara Taqueria, Canton City, Tony’s Beer Garden, Tease Southern Kitchen, TnT Smoothie & Juice Bar, La Plazuela, Taco Tone, plus, the newest additions, Buford’s BBQ and Four Legs Brewing at Monica’s.
Parade
The parade begins at4:00 p.m. Bring your own chairs and set up along W. 2nd and W. 3rd Streets before 4:00 pm to watch our annual Independence Day Parade pass by. Visit Waldie Plaza to experience live entertainment and enjoy local food vendors and trucks. Have an exciting time with friends and family in the Kids Zone located at City Hall.
Parade Route
The parade will begin at the intersection of W. 2nd and E Streets next to the old lumber company lot at 4:00 PM. The Judges’ Station will be located at the center of Waldie Plaza. A second parade performance stop will be on W. 3rd Street next to City Hall. We will finish the parade on W. 3rd Street at the corner of D Street.
Parade Entry Information: Fourth of July Parade Application
Community Vendor Application: Download Application
(Email completed applications to recreation@antiochca.gov)
Live Entertainment
Enjoy live entertainment on the stage in Waldie Plaza.
Tony Lindsay – In 1980, RnB Jazz-Soul vocalist Tony Lindsay arrived in the San Francisco Bay Area from Kingston, New York and after 25 years as the lead vocalist for Santana, Lindsay has garnered 11 Grammy awards, traveled on several world tours and recorded on seven CDs.
Foreverland – The Electrifying Tribute to Michael Jackson – A fan favorite from last year’s July 4th Celebration, since 2009, Foreverland has been mesmerizing audiences around the country with their larger-than-life tribute to the one and only Michael Jackson. Featuring three dynamic vocalists, a powerhouse rhythm section, and the hardest working horn section in the biz, Foreverland recreates hits from the Jackson 5 era through the end of Michael’s incredible career in a way that honors the King of Pop’s musical genius and legendary showmanship like no other tribute band has ever done.
Fireworks Show
Be sure to pick your spot to see the big fireworks show on the river which will begin after dusk (usually about 9:30 pm).
Schedule*
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Parade
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Kids Zone
5:00 PM – 5:15 PM That Math Magician
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Live Entertainment | Tony Lindsay
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Kids Zone Stage | DJ Melly Mel
7:00 PM Announcements of Parade Winners
7:15 PM – 9:15 PM Live Entertainment | Foreverland
9:15 PM Fireworks Show
*Times subject to change
For more information visit www.antiochca.gov/fourth-of-july-celebration.
Antioch to celebrate Independence Day Tuesday, July 4th
Saturday, June 24th, 2023In historic, downtown Rivertown with parade, live music, Kids Zone and fireworks over the river!
Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch to host Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 17
Thursday, June 8th, 2023East County Juneteenth Celebration at Contra Costa Event Park in Antioch June 17-19
Wednesday, June 7th, 20232023 Contra Costa County Fair opens May 18-21 – schedule of events and activities
Monday, May 15th, 2023See the 4-page insert inside the April issue of the Antioch Herald print edition and learn more at Contra Costa County Fair 2023 (contracostafair.com).
Online entries for 2023 Contra Costa County Fair exhibit competitions close April 14th
Friday, March 3rd, 2023Become an exhibitor and enter to win
ANTIOCH – Online entries for the 2023 Contra Costa County Fair closes April 14th. Imagine the thrill of winning a blue ribbon at the Fair for a special talent. Think you own the best pig, bake the most delicious apple pie, made a beautiful quilt, or have an uncanny knack for making crafts? Want to see who’s the best in all of Contra Costa County? Then be sure to enter the Contra Costa County Fair’s competitive exhibits! Entry information available on the fair’s website www.contracostafair.com
Once Upon A Fair ~ May 18th–21st is sure to be a fun event for children of all ages, with new exhibits and entertainment, the carnival, livestock and the always popular fair food.
For additional information visit our website at www.contracostafair.com, or like us on Facebook.