The town of Cornwall's Fourth of July traditions date back to 1950. The early days of the festivities included a parade, fireworks and a pageant to tell the story of Cornwall during the Revolutionary War. The celebration continues on with added activities, such as races, live music, a pet show, a pie eating contest and more. Cornwall Independence Day Committee | PO Box 542 Cornwall, NY 12518 | cornwall4thofjuly@gmail.com Cornwall Independence Day Historical Pageant 6:30pm-7:00pm @ Town Band Stage MORE INFO As the 4th of July draws closer, preparations and events planning for the 75th celebration in Cornwall are in full swing. The holiday will feature returning favorites and new events, all coordinated by Phylis Murphy, the event chairperson. With Storm King Mountain in the background, as it appears on the backdrop for the Pageant, this 1967 Chevy (used in many Cornwall parades) carries a picture of Dr. & Mrs. Dorfman as they rode years ago in the back seat with their granddaughter, Carrie Kingsley. Photo by Dave Sirota, June 2020. The 75th Anniversary of Cornwall's Independence Day celebration is a thrilling milestone, marking decades of rich history and vibrant culture. This momentous event brings the community together to honor its heritage while looking forward to a bright future of continued growth and connection. Learn what happened in and around Cornwall to give us a reason to celebrate the Fourth of July, and be part of our historic Pageant re-enactments. Calling all actors, musicians, singers, dancers, and supporters! July 4, 2022: 6:30 p.m. at the new bandstand in front of Town Hall A lively pageant of local history with music and dance, narrated by James Gagliano, Mayor of the Village of Cornwall-on-Hudson Send us an email: cornwall4thofjuly@gmail.com Mailing Addresss: Cornwall Independence Committee (CIDC) P.O. Box 542 Cornwall, NY 12518 Follow Us on Facebook: Cornwall Fourth of July Follow Us on Instagram: View this profile on Instagram Cornwall4th (@ cornwall4th) • Instagram photos and videos The Tradition Continues the Cornwall 4th of July celebration is back in '25 with the red, white and YOU! Yes, there will be a parade. Yes, there will be fireworks. Yes, all your hometown 4th favorites will be back. Come join in the fun on Tuesday, July 4th 2025. Email / contact Web Event Phone Food Fee Exhib. Fee. Pay online with card (below) You may also mail a check to: (Enter your business name on the memo line) CIDC PO Box 542 Cornwall, Ny 12518 The Cornwall Independence Day Committee is accepting applications for the Cornwall 4th of July Artisan Craft Faire- a juried show of quality, handmade items. Our 4th of July celebration has been a Hudson Valley favorite since 1950.; a true, hometown celebration with food, fun and festivities all day long- culminating with the Main Street Mile run, a parade down Main St, a historic pageant and The Cornwall Independence Day Committee (CDIC) is a non-profit 501 (C)3 staffed 100% by volunteers with the sole mission of providing the community with a memorable celebration. We rely 100% on the generous contributions of businesses, organizations and community members to fund this effort. Your donation is tax dedictable. When you donate online you will receive a receipt . So bring your blankets and chairs, watch the parade, listen to the West Point Band Brass Quintet, and experience the pageant as part of a full day of activities in Cornwall as we celebrate our nation’s Birthday! Cornwall 4th of July Home Main Street Mile Parking Festivities Festivities Schedule Artisan Craft Faire Duck Derby Kid's Art Exhibit Fireworks Parade Pageant Raffle Sponsors About Us Contact Us Louis Comitz, a senior at Cornwall Central High School, is an aspiring filmmaker and photographer. Louis was the Official Photographer for our 2022 Cornwall 4th of July celebration. He truly captured the essence of the day. The Committee wishes to thank Louis for volunteering his time and talent to capture these memories for the community! Attention all you runners- The annual Cornwall 4th of July Main Street Mile is open for registration! As the runners stream along Main Street on the one mile course, they will feed on the excitement generated by the crowd lining the street waiting for the Independence Day Parade. Cornwall will be taking it to the streets as we welcome back our annual parade down Main Street! What a perfectly idyllic slice of Americana to fill you with community pride. The Cornwall Independence Day Committee holds a pageant on early United States history with a Cornwall twist. Sally Faith Dorfman produces the pageant and is always looking for performers of all ages (845-534-4303). The pageant takes place at 6:30 p.m. on the town hall grounds, near the parking lot. The 4th Annual Duck Derby is a fun-filled Cornwall Independence Day Committee fundraising event where rubber ducks—sponsored by individuals just like you—compete in an epic race across Ring’s Pond. With fierce determination, they fight their way to the finish line where the winners will collect their cash prize!
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