Celebrate community pride with the City of Ontario as we host several family-friendly events for Independence Day on Thursday, July 4, 2019 for all to enjoy.
The day will begin with the Annual Independence Day Parade beginning at 9 AM along the southbound side of Euclid Avenue, beginning at Fourth Street and ending at B Street. Bring your family, friends and neighbors and enjoy all things red, white and blue with floats, marching bands, and community organizations, as they parade down beautiful Euclid Avenue.
Following the Parade will be the All-States-Picnic at approximately 10:30 AM. This annual event has been an Ontario staple that dates as far back as 1916, when the original idea began at an Annual Chamber of Commerce Dinner where attendees sat in groups from the state of which they were from. The All-States-Picnic has been a historic event surrounding Independence Day, where thousands of picnickers would gather along Ontario’s famous Euclid Avenue at the World’s Longest Picnic Table. Two miles of tables would be placed on the Euclid Avenue median where people from every state would meet to renew old friendships and make new ones. Today, Ontario is committed to preserving this historic tradition by continuing to line Euclid Avenue with picnic tables and flags for each state. Participate in this historic marker and do not forget to bring your own picnic basket!
Also occurring following the Annual Independence Day Parade is Blast at the Ontario Town Square, which will feature a performance of patriotic music by the Ontario/Chaffey Community Show Band. This free concert will be held at Ontario Town Square, located at 224 N. Euclid Avenue.
As you take a break in the afternoon to spend time with friends and family, come close out your evening at Westwind Park (located at 2455 E. Riverside Drive) for some additional family festivities and the Annual Fireworks Spectacular. Gates at Westwind Park will open at 5 PM. The evening will be filled with live entertainment by the band ACE beginning at 6 PM with more entertainment performing throughout the park. Carnival games, bouncers, small rides, and food vendors will also be available at a minimal cost. The Fireworks Spectacular will begin at 9 PM.
As a reminder, possession and use of any fireworks within the City of Ontario is prohibited. The City of Ontario wants everyone to enjoy a safe Independence Day celebration and encourages all citizens to take advantage of the free Fireworks Spectacular at Westwind Park. Free parking and shuttles to Westwind Park are available at the Ontario Police Department parking lot (located at 2500 S. Archibald Avenue) throughout the evening.
All Independence Day events are free to attend and all ages are welcome. For additional information and answers to some frequently asked questions, please visit www.ontarioca.gov/independenceday or call the City of Ontario’s Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 395-2020.
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About the City of Ontario
The City of Ontario Elevates the quality-of-life by creating urban lifestyle districts that create sustainable places to live, work and play. Located just 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, the City of Ontario is ideally situated as a gateway to Southern California. With major freeways, rail transportation and International Airport, Ontario offers the rest of the world to be a part of a culturally diverse community with rich history that is well positioned for quality development and economic sustainability for its 177,000 residents. Complementing its business and residential core, Ontario offers premium entertainment venues such as the Ontario Convention Center, Toyota Arena, and the Ontario Mills Mall. To learn more about the City of Ontario, visit www.ontarioca.gov or call (909) 395-2000.