Wild, Wonderful, and Free in 2023

 Every year, our small town of Alderson turns red, white, and blue and hosts what has become known as West Virginia’s BEST Fourth of July Celebration. This event features everything from a Fireman’s Rodeo, to an All-American Baking Contest, to the Ducks on the River Rubber Duck Race. And, of course, a Grand Parade and a Grand Fireworks Display! So come celebrate with us in Alderson as we observe a Wild, Wonderful & Free Independence Day!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28

1:00 p.m.: Judging Home and Business Decorating Contest – Best 4th of July themed decorations! To register please call 304-445-7210 before 10am on June 28th. This is for homes and businesses. Contact: Brenda Gabbert (304-445-7210)

FRIDAY, JUNE 30

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Firemen’s Rodeo – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Free Admission, Come watch local and surrounding fire departments compete – Sponsored by Alderson Fire Department & EMS, Contact: Rick Honaker (304-445-7420)

SATURDAY, JULY 1

7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m.: Run for Snacks 5K Registration – (Alderson Memorial Football Field)

9:00 a.m.: Run for Snacks 5K Race & Kids Fun Run – Walk or Run Event. All ages welcome. Contact: Laurie Bennett (540-798-5737)

11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Alderson Train Depot Open for Visitors – Come visit the historic depot built in 1910. Contact: Don Sutherland (804-731-9871)

11:00 a.m.: Dedication of the Blue Sulphur Springs Pavilion – (Blue Sulphur Springs Road) Contact: Margaret Hambrick (304-445-7242)

12 p.m. to 1 p.m.: All American Baking Contest – (Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church) Entries must be dropped off between Noon – 1:00 p.m. 2023 Theme: Best decorated 4th of July cake. Adult and Children Divisions. Sponsored by Sunshine Dist. Little Debbie, Crawley, WV. Contact: Brenda Gabbert (304-445-7210)

1:00 p.m.: 7th Annual Horse Show – Held at 117 Greenbrier River Estates, Alderson, WV 24910, (Glen Ray Road) Registration will start at 10:00 a.m.- $10 Entry Fee except for class 4 and championship classes. Class 4 will be $5.00. Class 26 bring your own dollar. Championship classes will be $25.00. Payouts will be 1st, 2nd, 3rd, ribbon 4th and 5th. Negative coggins required. Contact: Corianna Spinks (304-520-8937), Michelle Miller (304-520-2315) or Dina Feury (304-536-2932) or (304-661-1611 cell)

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.: Ice Cream Social – (Alderson Depot) Contact: Don Sutherland, Alderson Main Street (804-731-9871)

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Open Mic Night at the Alderson Train Depot – (Alderson Depot) Contact: Don Sutherland, Alderson Main Street (804-731-9871)

7:00 p.m.: Mr. Rexroad Contest – (Rexroad Supply Co.) A Mr. not so fabulous contest. Contact: Michelle Lunseford (304-701-0493)

SUNDAY, JULY 2

11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service – Alderson Area Churches cordially invite you to attend the church of your choice.

12:30 p.m.: Mud Bog (Races Start) – (117 Greenbrier River Estates, Alderson, WV, Glen Ray Road) Gates open for participants at 9:00 a.m., Tech & Registration starts at 11:30 a.m., admission: 21 and up – $10, Under 21 – $5, Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine), Contact: Mitchell Thompson (304-661-4665)

1:30 p.m.: River Events – (Alderson Mini Park) Enjoy an afternoon of fun in the Greenbrier River. Bring your own chair! Men, women, children and anything that floats races. Contact: Junior Kirby (304-646-5465)

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: WV Inflatables – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bounce Houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and More! $5 wristbands per day. Contact: Tessa Mitchell (304-667-2654)

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Goodson Boys – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Free Admission – Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine), Contact: Greg Eary (304-646-1762)

MONDAY, JULY 3

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: WV Inflatables – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bounce Houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and More! $5 wristbands per day. Contact: Tessa Mitchell (304-667-2654)

7 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Mark Cline & Stockyard Parade – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Performing 70’s and 80’s rock. Free Admission – Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine), Contact: Greg Eary (304-646-1762)

TUESDAY, JULY 4

8:00 a.m.: Parade Line Up – (Alderson Elementary School on Virginia St.) line up depends on arrival. Contact: Jimmy Massey (304-667-3475) 8:00 a.m. Craft & Food Vendors – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Come & support our unique craft and food vendors throughout the day. Contact: Greg Eary (304-646-1762)

8:30 a.m.: Alderson Train Depot Open for Visitors – Come visit the historic depot built in 1910. Contact: Don Sutherland (804-731-9871)

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Alderson 4th of July Car Show – (Old Greenbrier Baptist Church Parking Lot) North Monroe Street. Presented by Tahoe Farm Club, Contact: Richard Morgan (304-646-4490) or Emily Alder (304-667-9285)

10:30 a.m.: 2023 Grand Parade – Queens, floats, cars, bicycles, tractors, horses and fire engines. Trophies and prizes in all categories. Something for everyone! After parade, trophies and prizes can be picked up at Alderson Memorial Football Field. Contact: Jimmy Massey (304-667-3475)

1:00 p.m.: Presentation of Colors – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Introduction of Miss Fireworks and her court/other pageant winners. 4th of July Salute – Awarding of parade prizes – Raising of flag by Greenbrier East High School JROTC and VFW Post #6723.

1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.: WV Inflatables – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Bounce Houses, Water Slides, Obstacle Courses and More! $5 wristbands per day. Contact: Tessa Mitchell (304-667-2654)

1:30 p.m.: Field Events – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Afternoon filled with fun and events for everyone – Races of all kinds (No pre-registration required) Contact: Jimmy Massey (304-667-3475)

4:00 p.m.: Tug of War – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Greenbrier vs. Monroe and Kids Tug of War

*PLEASE CLEAR THE FOOTBALL FIELD*

7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.: The Hobbs Sisters – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Our featured entertainment, Admission $5 per person for show and fireworks. Children 6 and under FREE. Bring your own chair – (Rain or Shine)

Gates will not open until after the fireworks

9:45 p.m.: Introduction of Miss Fireworks 2023 – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) Join us in giving a heartfelt welcome to Layla Pence, our 2023 Alderson Miss Fireworks and her spectacular court of gifted and beautiful contestants!

10:00 p.m.: Grand Fireworks Display – (Alderson Memorial Football Field) The Alderson Fire Department will put on the best show in Greenbrier County featuring a marvelous fireworks show. Admission: $5 per person for show & fireworks. Children 6 & under FREE. 

Concessions & Duck Tickets on Sale All Day – Contact Greg Eary (304-646-1762) or Pam Shields (304-992-6027)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

6:00 p.m.: Ducks on the Greenbrier – (Alderson Mini Park) Rubber Duck Race, Grand Prize: $5,000 Cash, plus many other prizes

Rubber Duck Tickets On Sale Now & Every Day During Celebration – YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO WIN

Presented By: Alderson 4th of July Committee, Alderson Fire Dept. & EMS, Miss Fireworks Committee, Tri-County Fire Co. and the Woman’s Club of Alderson Sponsored By: Alderson 4th of July Committee, Alderson Fire Dept. & EMS, Town of Alderson, Tri-County Fire Co. and Alderson Main Street

Please check our website or Facebook page for any changes due to weather

NO PETS ALLOWED

For more information, visit www.alderson4th.com, email: alderson4th@gmail.com,  or visit us on Facebook – Alderson 4th of July Celebration.