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Every Fourth of July weekend, the Waterfront Blues Festival takes over downtown Portland’s Waterfront Park with eclectic headliners and local musicians. When: Friday, July 4 at 10 p.m. Where: Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204 Portland’s biggest fireworks display occurs at the annual Waterfront Blues Festival. Waterfront Blues Festival: Although the music festival will only be held for two days in 2025, there will still be a Fourth of July fireworks display. On both banks of the river, there are a number of free viewing spots. Visit the website to learn more about scheduled entertainment, including musical acts.Every day at 11 a.m., gates open. 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 🎸 Blues on the water One of Portland's biggest downtown events of the year — the Waterfront Blues Festival — returns the weekend of July 4 for two days of music on the banks of the Willamette. 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. 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. Photo by Jason Quigley. Portland’s most iconic summer celebration is back, and it’s bigger and more soulful than ever. The 38th Annual Waterfront Blues Festival is taking over Tom McCall Waterfront Park on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5, and you’re invited to join the music, the magic, and the memories. What to Do In Portland (July 2-8, 2025) This year’s Waterfront Blues Festival is a two-day celebration on the Willamette. There’s something uniquely magical about July 4th in Portland. With its blend of natural beauty, thriving local culture, and community spirit, the city offers a distinctly Northwest twist on classic Independence Day traditions. Whether you’re after toe-tapping music, crackling fireworks, or a scenic picnic in the park, Portland delivers all-American fun in spades. Festival Happenings On the Grounds FIREWORKS Celebrate the Fourth of July with us and downtown Portland’s only large-scale fireworks display! We’re thrilled to return to our annual tradition of a sensational fireworks display over the mighty waters of the Willamette River. Set to a soundtrack of classic blues, soul and funk this is a Fourth This year's immersive and inclusive summer festival will feature performances on two stages in downtown Portland's beautiful waterfront, plus Oregon’s largest fireworks show. It’s a can’t-miss Fourth of July weekend! Discover the best spots for 4th of July fireworks in Portland, Oregon for 2025, from the Waterfront Blues Festival downtown to family celebrations in Oaks Park, Mt. Tabor, Tigard, and beyond. This immersive and inclusive summer festival features 100+ performances on 4 stages across 8 acres of downtown Portland’s beautiful waterfront, plus a huge dance floor, dedicated family areas, a marketplace of local vendors, ‘Blues Cruises’ on the Willamette River, and Oregon’s largest fireworks show for a can’t-miss Fourth of July The festival, known as downtown Portland's largest and longest-running music event, will feature more than 30 musical acts over two days. Heads up — in 2025, Portland is hosting the National Education Association conference over July 4th weekend so hotel rooms are filling up quickly. Book yours today! Waterfront Blues Festival: The music festival paired down to two days in 2025 but will still offer a fireworks show on the Fourth. The 4-day festival hosts over 100+ musical performances on 4 unique stages across 8 acres along Downtown Portland's waterfront. Grab your tickets while you can for the ultimate 4th of July celebration! The 38th Waterfront Blues Festival will once again combine world-class blues music, the incomparable Portland waterfront and fireworks on Friday and Saturday, July 4-5, 2025. The Waterfront Blues Festival takes place at the gorgeous Tom McCall Waterfront Park, and features four stages among eight acres of the park. Mark your calendars for Friday, July 4 – Saturday, July 5, 2025 to come relax on the banks of the Willamette River and enjoy the music with us!
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