Amherst will host a Fourth of July parade on July 4. The theme is America's Favorite Pastimes. The parade starts at 10 a.m. at Wilkins Elementary School on Boston Post Road. There will be no The Amherst 4th of July Celebration is a time-honored tradition where the community comes together as one to mark the birth of the nation. At this quintessential New England affair, Amherst citizens enjoy fireworks and family-oriented activities and a traditional old-time parade on July 4th. The Town of Amherst will hold its annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks on Thursday, July 3 at UMass Amherst’s McGuirk Alumni Stadium South Lawn. This free event features dazzling fireworks, live entertainment, tasty food vendors, and a range of family-friendly activities. Find tickets & information for Amherst NH 4th of July Parade and The Lambs Workshop. happening at Clark-Wilkins School, Amherst, NH on Fri, 04 Jul, 2025 at 09:30 am EDT. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Our Mission The Amherst 4th of July Committee is a 501c (3) town committee run entirely by volunteers. The objective of the committee is to organize family friendly activities to celebrate the 4th of July in Amherst, NH. Each year, approximately 5,000 people come together to enjoy the festivities as a community. The Fourth of July celebration will take place on July 4, in Amherst Village, with a parade and activities on the Village Green. The parade and activities on the Village Green will only be canceled if there is thunder and lightning. Communities across New Hampshire are marking the Fourth of July with parades, live music, family activities, food and fireworks. Here’s a look at where and when to join the festivities, from Nashua Fourth of July Celebration Friday, July 4, 2025 It's time to celebrate Independence Day! We have a fun-filled day planned for you at Holman Stadium: *Times listed below The Fourth of July celebration will take place on Thursday, July 4 in Amherst Village, with a parade and activities on the Village Green. The parade and activities on the Village Green will only be canceled if there is thunder and lightning. The cancellation would be announced on WMUR. There is no rain date. Wondering when your town is holding its Fourth of July fireworks show? Here’s a working list of New Hampshire communities with set dates and/or times. Amherst Fourth of July Parade with Bill Hamlen happening at Amherst Village Green, 2 Main Street, Amherst, United States on Thu Jul 04 2024 at 09:30 am to 11:00 am Amherst Community Access Television and Vimeo Channel ACTV Video On-Demand Vimeo Channel Assessing Amherst Tax Maps Town Maps Community Development Community Traffic Studies ENVISION AMHERST Economic Development Forms, Permits & Fees Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Committee Live Maps (GIS) Master Plan Recent Resources Rules, Regulations Amherst NH 4th of July Parade and The Lambs Workshop happening at Clark-Wilkins School, 80 Boston Post Rd, Amherst, NH 03031-3231, United States,Amherst, New Hampshire on Fri, 04 Jul, 2025 at 09:30 am The Fourth of July Celebration is a community hosted event and needs volunteers from the community to make it happen. Take a look at the attached flyer for volunteer opportunities. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, June 10 at the Brick School at 6:30. Feel free to join us! Mary L Langevin Harrigan and 4 others 5 1 Amherst NH July 4th Show off your classic, antique or special interest vehicle in Amherst's 4th of July Parade. Period dress and U.S. Flags encouraged! Parade assembles from 8:15-9:30 AM opposite Wilkins School on New Boston & Boston Post Roads. Amherst's July 4th celebration begins on June 30 at Souhegan High School with an Amherst Town Band Concert, fireworks, food, and a variety of events. New Hampshire Fourth of July Fireworks, Parades and Independence Day Celebrations Celebrate Independence Day in style with our guide to Fourth of July fireworks and parades in NH! Whether you’re looking for the best fireworks displays, festive parades, or patriotic events near you, our listing page has all the information you need to make your July 4th unforgettable. Amherst, NH Fourth of July “America’s Favorite Pastimes” Parade Participation is open to organizations, groups, individuals, or any organization invited by the Amherst Fourth of July Committee. Applications below are due by June 20, 2025: Join the Amherst NH 4th of July festivities featuring parades, bands, floats, antique cars, and community fun. All are welcome to celebrate our nation's independence. Communities across New Hampshire are marking the Fourth of July with parades, live music, family activities, food and fireworks.
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