Riverton will celebrate this Independence Day with a bang and lots of community fun. The 112th Riverton 4th of July Children's parade will kick off the family festivities at 10 a.m.
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More than 10,000 people are expected to attend the free parade on Bank Avenue. "The best sightlines for paradegoers are on Main Avenue. After the parade, the masses can head over to the (Riverton Memorial) park where the festivities will be huge," said Tracy Foedisch, an event coordinator.
The park will feature family entertainment such as face-painting clowns, a moon bounce and a pie-eating contest. Festivalgoers can participate in traditional carnival games, such as the three-legged race and egg toss.
Around 12:30 p.m., those who are looking for a laugh can participate or watch the greased pole competition.
"In our town, there is this very tall metal pole. It is about 15 to 20 feet high. The poll will be covered in Crisco and at the top we will have different monetary amounts, whoever can climb the fastest will bring home the money," Foedisch said.
After climbing up the greased pole, contestants can air-dry in the downhill soapbox car race. The downhill race features three categories for children ages 3-10, kids 11-17 and adults. The younger groups can earn $50 for a first place finish, $30 for second and $20 for third. The Riverton Police will be in attendance to promptly deliver a speeding ticket to the fastest car down the hill.
Animal lovers can bring their four-legged friends to a pet pageant. Competitions include the dog who barks the most and friendliest animal, which includes all animals, not just dogs and cats. All animals who participate will receive a prize.
The day will come to a close with the Great Riverton Raft Race at the Riverton Yacht Club. The race is open to the public and requires non-nautical rafts, which means that no boat or surfboard can be used in the making of the raft.
"Instead of oars, brooms would be encouraged," Foedisch said.
If a contestant participates in all three events and uses the same device as a parade float, a soapbox racer and as a raft, he or she will receive a triathlon award. Last year, one winner used a mattress for all three events.
For more information on the Independence Day fun, contact Foedisch at (856) 786-2088 or visit www.courierpostonline.com
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More than 10,000 people are expected to attend the free parade on Bank Avenue. "The best sightlines for paradegoers are on Main Avenue. After the parade, the masses can head over to the (Riverton Memorial) park where the festivities will be huge," said Tracy Foedisch, an event coordinator.
The park will feature family entertainment such as face-painting clowns, a moon bounce and a pie-eating contest. Festivalgoers can participate in traditional carnival games, such as the three-legged race and egg toss.
Around 12:30 p.m., those who are looking for a laugh can participate or watch the greased pole competition.
"In our town, there is this very tall metal pole. It is about 15 to 20 feet high. The poll will be covered in Crisco and at the top we will have different monetary amounts, whoever can climb the fastest will bring home the money," Foedisch said.
After climbing up the greased pole, contestants can air-dry in the downhill soapbox car race. The downhill race features three categories for children ages 3-10, kids 11-17 and adults. The younger groups can earn $50 for a first place finish, $30 for second and $20 for third. The Riverton Police will be in attendance to promptly deliver a speeding ticket to the fastest car down the hill.
Animal lovers can bring their four-legged friends to a pet pageant. Competitions include the dog who barks the most and friendliest animal, which includes all animals, not just dogs and cats. All animals who participate will receive a prize.
The day will come to a close with the Great Riverton Raft Race at the Riverton Yacht Club. The race is open to the public and requires non-nautical rafts, which means that no boat or surfboard can be used in the making of the raft.
"Instead of oars, brooms would be encouraged," Foedisch said.
If a contestant participates in all three events and uses the same device as a parade float, a soapbox racer and as a raft, he or she will receive a triathlon award. Last year, one winner used a mattress for all three events.
For more information on the Independence Day fun, contact Foedisch at (856) 786-2088 or visit www.courierpostonline.com
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