Newport July 4th Celebration

Enjoy a mix of fun runs, parades, music, fireworks and more in the town of Newport for a big Independence Day celebration!

The schedule:

Age: All Ages
Date: July 4, 2026
Time:
4-6pm: balloon rides
5pm: corn hole tournament
6:00 pm concert
9:30PM Fireworks
Location: Gardner Memorial Park, Newport
Admit/Rate: Free Park Admission

Derby Independence Day Parade
The Town of Derby will be hosting a 4th of July parade on Saturday, July 4th at 10AM. Set-up begins at 9AM. If you'd like to join the parade, contact Derby Town Clerk's office at 802-766-4906.

Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides
The Dream Chaser hot air balloon team, piloted by Joe Doerer/Hélène Viens, will be offering free tethered balloon rides at Gardner Park from 4 PM to 6 PM, weather permitting. Check the Parks and Recreation Facebook page click here for a weather update at noon on the 4th. This event is sponsored by a generous donation to the NEKCA food bank by Community National Bank.

Corn Hole Tournament W/ Orleans County Cornhole
We will be doing 4 games of round robin with randomized partners for seeding. We will then jump into a double elimination tournament for all the marbles!!! This is open to all players and skill levels. You do not need to bring a partner.
$10 per player
pay out to top 4 teams!
Pre-register: https://share.scoreholio.com/U...

Fair Food

Arrive a little before the concert at 6pm to "grab n' go" your favorite fair food and have a picnic on the point. Concessions will be set up in Gardner Park from 5-10PM for take-away style service. Guests are reminded to "order, pick-up and move on," to ensure that parking spaces are available and unnecessary crowding is avoided. Masks and exact change are appreciated.

Concert
The famous Evansville Transit Authority will be performing from 6-9pm on the waterfront of Gardner Park. Grab a chair and relax on the point or paddle in and enjoy the music from the water. Enjoy the concert and stay for the fireworks directly following the show.

Fourth of July Paddle Palooza
The famous Evansville Transit Authority will be performing from 6-9pm on the waterfront of Garnder Park. Grab a chair and relax on the point or paddle in and enjoy the music from the water. Enjoy the concert and stay for the fireworks directly following the show. 

Northern Star Cruises
The Northern Star is Newport's home town yacht offering cocktails, lunch and dinner experiences and private charters on beautiful Lake Memphremagog. Come aboard and see the entire panorama of a Northeast Kingdom celebration. You'll never forget this joyful, exciting experience as they celebrate the United States birthday under the fireworks! Enjoy some of the finest all American cuisine that will make you feel like celebrating.

Fireworks
As the night winds down and the sun sets, the grand finale of our celebration begins at 9:30 with a brilliant fireworks display over the bay on Lake Memphremagog. Fireworks will be launched from the Veteran's Long Bridge with great views from anywhere in downtown Newport. Please park and enjoy them from your vehicle/vessel.