Gathering in Gratitude: Central Oregon Celebrates 250 Years of America

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- From Warm Springs to La Pine, from Burns to the peaks of the Cascade Mountains, communities across Central Oregon are invited to come together this Independence Day to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Whether you're gathering along a parade route, enjoying a hometown festival, honoring veterans, or watching fireworks light up the summer sky, America 250 offers an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history and the shared values that continue to unite us.

Below is a guide to Fourth of July celebrations happening throughout the region.

And if you're planning to enjoy the holiday from home or at a neighborhood gathering, be sure to tune in to The KTVZ 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, airing LIVE on FOX and KTVZ+.

Bend:
Friday, July 3rd:
Event: First Friday Block Party: Time: 5:30 pm
Event: Bend Elks Baseball | Time: 6:00 pm

Saturday, July 4th:
Event: July 4th Pet Parade | Time: 9:30 am
Event: Deschutes Historic Museum Open House | Time: 10:00 am
Event: Bend Elks Baseball | Time: 6:30 pm
Event: Pilot Butte 4th of July Fireworks Show | Time: 10:00 pm

Burns (Hines):
Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Independence Day Celebration | Time: 11:00 am

La Pine:
Wednesday, July 1st - Saturday, July 4th:
Event: La Pine Frontier Days

Saturday, July 4th:
Event: La Pine Frontier Days Parade | Time: 10:30 am

Madras:
Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Crooked River Ranch 4th of July Parade | Time: 10:00 am
Event: Madras 4th of July Parade | Time: 10:00 am
Event: Madras 4th of July Fireworks Show | Time: 10:00 pm

Prineville:
Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Crook County Independence Day Parade | Time: 10:00 am
Event: Crook County Independence Day Celebration | Time: 10:00 am

Redmond:
Friday, July 3rd:
Event: Redmond Community Block Party | Time: 4:00 pm

Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Redmond 4th of July Parade | Time: 10:00 am
Event: Redmond 4th of July Fireworks Show | Time: 10:00 pm

Sisters:
Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Sisters 4th Fest | Time: 7:30 am
Event: "Kids on Wheels" Parade | Time: 9:30 am

Sunriver:
Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Sunriver 4th of July Festival & Bike Parade | Time: 11:00 am

Warm Springs:
Saturday, July 4th:
Event: Warm Springs Fireworks Show | Time: TBA