At Oaks Park’s annual Fourth of July celebration, take in midway rides all day and a fireworks display at night. File shot from Oregon.The Oregonian/Arkasha Stevenson PORTLAND Oaks Park: Enjoy thrilling rides, a picnic, midway fun, and more at this Fourth of July spectacular event, which culminates in a spectacular fireworks display. Alternative firework displays and events are available throughout Lane County for the Fourth of July. While some fireworks are legal in Oregon, they are banned within Eugene city limits. Many of Eugene's Fourth of July celebrations have been canceled this year, including the Light of Liberty fireworks celebration. More: Springfield cancels Light of Liberty Celebration. Find every Oregon July 4th celebration for 2025, from Portland's Waterfront Blues Festival to innovative drone shows, traditional rodeos, and coastal fireworks across the state. Here are seven Fourth of July events to check out in Lane County for the 2024 summer holiday. The Eugene Pro Rodeo is on for the 4th of July weekend! Watch cowboys and cowgirls compete in Roughstock, bareback riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and roping events. Eugene Pro Rodeo Oregon Horse Center July 3-6, 7:30 p.m. Compete for the $250 cash prize in the calf scramble or sign the kids up for mutton busting at the Eugene Pro Rodeo during Fourth of July weekend. Tickets range from $28 to $40. The rodeo will offer a fireworks show Friday night. PORTLAND Oaks Park: For this Fourth of July Spectacular event you get thrill rides, picnicking, midway fun and more including an end of the evening big fireworks display. Tickets are required in Discover the best 4th of July 2025 events across Oregon, from parades and festivals to fireworks and drone shows. Find family-friendly celebrations happening statewide. 1. Summer 2025. 2. Speed dating. 3. Comedy shows. 4. Drag. 5. Satin love orchestra. 6. Singles party. 7. Car show. 8. Rave. 9. Drag brunch. 10. Pride. 11. Midget wrestling. 12. Christian concerts. Oregon is preparing for a packed Independence Day celebration with fireworks shows, parades, festivals, and family-friendly activities planned from the coast to the valley and beyond. Here’s a comprehensive guide to where and when you can enjoy fireworks displays and other celebrations across Oregon this July 4th. Oregon Coast Fireworks Shows Astoria Fireworks Show Date: July 4 Time: Dusk Where: 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR 97301 Ahead of the Oregon State Fair in August, the fairgrounds will host a Fourth of July Spectacular that concludes with a 20-minute fireworks display. This Independence Day, and over the July 4th weekend, celebrate with parades and firework shows at festive events across the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Oregonians will soon be celebrating the Fourth of July with festivals, parades, and, of course, fireworks. Here's a roundup of events happening. THURSDAY – 4th of July BBQ Join Iris Vineyard ‘s first annual Fourth of July Barbecue at Iris Vineyards Wine Bar & Cocktails. From 4 – 7 PM, join their pit masters for an unforgettable BBQ experience. Reservations are recommended to secure your spot enjoying great food, drinks, and company. LEARN MORE HERE. Eugene residents can safely turn in illegal fireworks without facing a fine during two amnesty events on July 2 and July 5. The citywide fireworks ban prohibits any that fly or explode, and fire officials hope the effort will help reduce fire risk ahead of the Fourth of July. 1. Baseball & Fireworks July 3, Eugene - Springfield - What is more American than a baseball game and a hot dog followed up with Fourth of July celebrations? Fantastic fireworks follow the Eugene Emeralds baseball game at PK Park and the Springfield Drifters at Hamlin Sports Complex. Play ball! Explore 4th of July Weekend 2025 events & things to do in Eugene. Spend the Independence day with family with Fourth of July Parade in Eugene. Here is list of 4th July events and parties you can attend near Eugene. The protest will be in front of the Federal Court building from noon to 1:30 pm on July 4th. “Wear a costume, bring a sign and a flag and have some fun hanging out with other people,” Ethridge says. Eugene Pro Rodeo is Thursday July 3, through Saturday, July 5, at 7:30 pm and Sunday, July 6, at 4:30 pm at Oregon Horse Center, 90751 Prairie The Eugene Pro Rodeo (July 3 through 6 at Oregon Horse Center, 90751 Prairie Road. Tickets are $15-40 per night at EugeneProRodeo.com) has “American Celebration Night” July 4 at 7 pm, with fireworks to follow. Florence has the Independence Day Celebration at the Coast on July 4 (FlorenceFun.com), an all-day event ending at night with fireworks.
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