4th of July Celebration
| July 4, 2009 |
Baileys Harbor has had the ultimate drawing card for the 4th of July for over a century. A full day of fun and excitement for all includes the parade, arts and crafts, live entertainment, children’s games and, of course, the spectacular fireworks display.
The Parade at 10:00 AM features over 100 entries and usually lasts over an hour. The 2009 parade will feature marching bands, floats, clowns, and genuine down home humor that will delight all.
Get into town early for a good parking spot and bring your lawn chairs. Plenty of local eateries will be on hand to serve up good morning food and beverages.
Look for the Arts and Crafts Fair on the Town Hall Lawn. Close to 100 crafters featuring unique, quality handcrafted items and Door County specialties will be on hand to fill your shopping needs. Baileys Harbor is also host to several antique shops, unique gift shops and specialty stores. Pop over to the business listings in this site to let your mouse do some pre-shopping.
The Downtown will be packed with a variety of food booths, children’s games, and live entertainment stages.
Kendall Park, located behind the Town Hall across from the Marina, is the festival focal point with live entertainment, the brat stand, and beverage tent. Step into the Strawberry Festival inside the Town Hall or pick up some goodies from some of the craft tents.
Face painting, cotton candy and a variety of games will delight the children at the Associated Bank Green Space. Remember to visit the fire station so they get a chance hose down targets in their favorite firefighter’s uniform.
When dinner time approaches, stick close to town, because it won’t be long before the big bang begins. There are a variety of restaurants to suit everyone’s tastes. Whether it be the family style eatery or fine dining, one of Baileys Harbor’s 15 area restaurants offers something for everyone. Click over to restaurant listing to check out the great selection. After dinner, kick back and relax at one of the three area parks. Settle in and get ready for the fire works!
The Town of Baileys Harbor fireworks display has gained a reputation as one of the best in the state. This is a must see treat for all ages. The display is made possible by the generous contributions of community residents, visitors and businesses. If you would like to be included in the fireworks sponsorship, your tax deductible contribution can be sent to BHCA, PO Box 31, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202.
Reserve your hotel, lodging or cabins early. You won’t want to miss out on any of this exciting tribute to our nation.
Sunrise to Sunset ~ A full day of fun Baileys Harbor!
2009 Parade Winners
2009 July 4th Entertainment Announced!
Baileys Harbor is celebrating its 160th anniversary in style for 2009. Starting at 9 a. m. on July 4th enjoy the sights and sound of “3 Beer ’til Dubuque.” Three Beers, also known as, “That Beers Band,” started in 1997 with 12 members primarily playing one bar in La Crosse. Today, TBTD has scaled down quite a bit and played a plethora of bars and larger venues. Some of those events include: Oktoberfest and Riverfest, which are La Crosse’s largest festivals, Summerfest in Milwaukee, WI, Oktoberfest in Appleton, WI, and On the Waterfont in Rockford, IL. TBTD has played countless bar gigs and is currently the top musical attraction in the La Crosse area, appealing to the youngest of bar hoppers, to the seasoned jazz veteran and everyone in between. You definitely want to get a front row seat for this band!
Starting at 1:30 p. m. get your 80’s “rock on.” “Bad Medicine,” a definite 80’s cover band, is the number 1 Bon Jovi tribute band in the country. Bad Medicine comes out of the ashes of former group Dandelion Wine. It was here where singer and leader Greg Jach noticed that a popular segment of the set was a string of Bon Jovi songs. Seeing a increasing demand and hunger for all things Jovi, and many comments on how Gregs’ style and voice complimented the material, it was decided to go full blown Bon Jovi Tribute! The group still preforms many other hits outside of the tribute set as well. The other songs range from 80’s hair bands to alternative hits to songs that get the dance floor occupied. A diverse catalog is in place to make sure no matter what your taste in music, Bad Medicine can deliver for you. They have been playing steadily for the past 5 years playing everywhere from your corner bar to major festivals like Summerfest. You would definitely think you are at a Bon Jovi concert! Get your cameras out and rock on!
The entertainment doesn’t end! At 5:30 p.m., enjoy one of the best upcoming D.J.’s in Fox Valley! Dance and enjoy the sounds as you scope out the best spot to see the fireworks! This is a 4th of July to remember.