Schedule of the Event:

June 12, 2025

Bosworth Lecture Series: 6:30-7:30 pm

Location: First Congregational Church

June 14, 2025

Pickle Ball Tournament: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Location: Bristol Town Common

Part of Family Fun Day
Pickleball Tournament
Town Common
Tennis Courts
Registration times listed below each category.
9:00 a.m. -6 p.m
Enter yourself and a partner for the following events:

Men's Doubles - Skill 3.5 and Under
Men's Doubles - Skill 3.5 and Above (up to Skill 3.9)
Registration 8:00 am-8:30 am. Play starts at 9:00 am
Mixed Doubles - Skill 3.5 and Under
Mixed Doubles - Skill 3.5 and Above (up to Skill 3.9)
Registration 11:00 am-11:30 am. Play starts at 12:00 pm.

Women's Doubles - Skill 3.5 and Under
Women's Doubles - Skill 3.5 and Above (up to Skill 3.9)
Registration 2:00 pm-2:30 pm. Play starts at 3:00 pm
Sign-up today by clicking the button below
Registration starts on Monday, April 7 at 8 a.m.

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Flag Day Ceremony - 6:15pm

Reading and Ceremony will be held at the Bristol Town Common
Rain location:  Our Lady of Mount Carmel

In the United States, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened that day by the resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day; in August 1949, National Flag Day was established by an
Act of Congress.

?Join us at the Town Common for the Flag Day Ceremony, the kick-off to our annual Fourth of July Celebration.

June 15, 2025

Orange Crate Derby

Rain date: Saturday, June 22, 2025

- Check-in time: 1 – 1:30 p.m. 
- Followed by Inspections
- Followed by Time Trials
- Time of Race: Following completion of above
- Race format: Double Elimination 

The Bristol Fourth of July Committee’s Annual Orange Crate Derby will be held on Sunday, June 15, 2025 on Bayview Avenue. The Derby check-in starts at 1:00 p.m., followed by practice and with the races following completion practice.

There will be one practice run allowed per entry. The race will be double elimination. Drivers should be between the ages of 7 and 14, be a resident of Bristol, RI, and all drivers are required to wear a helmet with chin strap, elbow pads, gloves. Optional safety gear includes goggles, mouth guard, safety belt.

June 18, 2025

Foot Races

Registration begins at 5:15 p.m.  / Races start promptly at 6:00 p.m.

One Mile race

1-mile race: boys and girls ages 3-12 years old. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers in the 3-6 years old, and the 7-9 years old age groups. The top boy and girl finishers in the 10-12 years old age group will be awarded trophies.
All participants in the 1-Mile race will be offered tickets to the carnival.

Bristol Residents Only

Two-Mile race

2-mile race: no age restriction. Trophies will be given to the top two male and female finishers.

Refreshments will be served

Location: Courthouse - Town Common, 240 High Street, Bristol, RI

June 20, 2025

Fourth of July Ball - 5:30pm

Herreshoff Marine Museum Waterfront
HOPE STREET

$150.00 PER PERSON
5:30 p.m. - Cocktails
6:45 p.m. - Grand March
7:15 p.m. - Dinner & Dancing

Dinner Service by CP's Catering
6 OZ FILET  |  SALMON  |  EGGPLANT

Bar Services by Two Gals Cocktails
Music by DJ SCOTTY P

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Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 21, 2025

Family Fun Day 

Fun for all ages!

Old Fashioned Days - 8:30 am

Guiteras School field - 35 Washington Street (facing Hope Street/Rt. 114), Bristol, RI

Kids of all ages will enjoy some good old-fashioned games.
Prizes are awarded and good times are to be had by everyone!

Vintage Baseball

Guiteras School field - 35 Washington Street (facing Hope Street/Rt. 114), Bristol, RI

First pitch: 10:45 a.m.
Games begin at 11:00 a.m.
Grab your lawn chair or a blanket and join us!
 
Three teams, three games:
Providence Grays
Lisbon Tunnelmen
Eclipse Base Ball Club of Elkton

FREE event
Hot dogs, Sodas & Water

Check out the Providence Grays HERE!

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:30 pm - Kate & the Mongrels
8:00 pm - Crushed Velvet

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 22, 2025

Firemen’s Field Day - 10:00 am

Independence Park

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

5:00 pm - Houston Bernard
6:30 pm - Heartland Radio
8:00 pm - 21 Guns

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 23, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:30 pm - East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble
8:00 pm - Jack Tar Brass Band (Navy Band Northeast)

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 24, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

5:00 pm - Bristol County Chorus
6:30 pm - Beat Salad
8:00 pm - Mr. Chubb

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 25, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:30 pm - Andre Arsenault and Friends
8:00 pm - Stepping Out featuring New Image

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 26, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:30 pm - Whiskey Saints
8:00 pm - Best of Foo

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 27, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

7:00 pm - 7 Day Weekend

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 28, 2025

Independence Rhode Race

5:00-6:15 am: Registration
6:30 am: Race Start

Independence Park, Thames St, Bristol, RI

The "Most Patriotic Town in America" is showcased in this flat and fast half marathon.

The Independence Rhode Race will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025.  In partnership with the Bristol Fourth of July Committee, the half marathon will follow the beautiful downtown streets of America’s quintessential community when it is decked out in its finest - during the Oldest 4th of July Celebration in America. The course includes incredible historic homes, a town common and the America’s Cup Museum before heading out along the scenic coastline, through Roger Williams University, following the parade route, and finishing along the water at Independence Park.

Click Here to Register

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:30 pm - Playing Mantis
8:00 pm - Full Tilt

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 29, 2025

Interfaith Service - 2:00pm

First Congregational Church, 300 High St., Bristol, RI 

The Interfaith Service brings together the clergy from Bristol’s houses of worship in a patriotic, multi-denominational prayer gathering.

Magician Eric Burke - 1:00pm

Bristol Maritime Center

The most amazing illusions up close, in person, right in front of your eyes. You are about to have your reality changed.

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

7:00 pm - Changes in Latitude

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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June 30, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

5:00 pm - Mt HopE High School Pop-up
6:30 pm - Rusty
8:00 pm - The Complaints

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time.  Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

Purchase WristBands

July 1, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:30 pm - R.I. Army National Guard 88th Army Band
8:00 pm - Timeless

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time. Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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July 2, 2025

Children’s Story Time Mrs. Katz and her Hats

1-hour before concerts 
Roger Williams University

Concert Series:

Roger Williams University

6:00 pm - Back in the Day

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time. Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

Purchase WristBands

July 3, 2025

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time. Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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Fireworks - 9:30 p.m

Bristol Harbor

Visit downtown, eat at one of our local restaurants and businesses, walk through beautiful downtown Bristol and stop by a local business and do some shopping, then watch a spectacular fireworks display over the Bristol Harbor.

July 4, 2025

Ringing of the Bells - 8:30 am
All Churches

Rockwell Amusements Carnival - 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

All persons wanting wristbands must be present at time of redemption. Please check the wristband times before purchasing. Wristband sales are stopped 2 hours before closing to gurantee at least 2 hour of ride time. Please check website for carnival hours.

All children must be at least 36" to ride kiddie rides. Some rides may require children to be accompanied by a responsible, paying rider. ABSOUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.

Bristol Town Common

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Patriotic Exercises -  8:30 a.m.

Colt Memorial School

Patriotic Exercises is the foundation for our claim as the Oldest Continuous Celebration in the United States. The Annual Bristol 4th of July Celebration began in 1785 when Rev. Henry Wight of the First Congregational Church and Veteran of the Revolutionary War conducted the first Patriotic Exercises.

Each year a Patriotic Speaker or Speaker of the Day is chosen by the Committee to speak to our community to kick off the Fourth of July. Patriotic Exercises begins each July 4th at Colt School in downtown Bristol at 8:30 a.m.

Military, Civic and Firemen's Parade

The Fourth of July Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. and will step off at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street (Rt. 114) and ends on High Street, between State Street and Bradford Street. Hope Street (Rt. 114) will be closed off beginning at 8:00 a.m., including Poppasquash Road.

Beginning at 7:00 a.m., Chestnut Street, Naomi Street, and Sherry Avenue will be closed to traffic. A parking ban along the parade route goes into effect the night before the parade.

Date: June 12 - July 4, 2025

Location: Various Location in Bristol, RI

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