USA's Largest Small Town Independence Day Celebration: Ripley's 4th of July dates back to late 1800s.
All concerts, events, and activities are free to the public (excluding the carnival).
Schedule of Events:
7:00 a.m: Calvary Pancake Breakfast - Calvary United Methodist Church
9:00 a.m: Little Patriot Hour (Fun and games for kids of all ages) - Courthouse Lawn
10:00 a.m: Opening Ceremony - Courthouse Lawn
11:30 a.m: Firecracker Race - Sponsored by Main Street
12:00 p.m: Sheetz Grand Parade
Parade Route: Covering 1.5 miles. the Sheetz Grand Parade begins near Ripley High School. The route follows South Church Street (Rt. 33) to Main Street (Rt. 21) and concludes at the intersection of West Main Street and Academy Drive. This year's parade will again be televised live by WOWK-TV 13.
Click Here for Parade Registration Form
1:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m & 6:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m: Carnival - $25 Wristbands
2:00 p.m: Talent Show - Constellium Stage
4:00 p.m: Grace Campbell - Constellium Stage
Hailing from WV, Grace brings her unique charm to the music scene. Her captivating songwriting and magnetic personality have garnered her a dedicated fan base both locally and on social media. Grace has transcended the Appalachian region with her music. she continues to grow her regional fanbase through live appearances, a strong social media presence, and the genuine connection she makes with her audience. Her live appearances have included working with notable artists such as: Kathy Mattea, Kidd G, Avery Anna, Philip Bowen, Kassi Valazza, The Plain White T's, and Melissa Etheridge.
6:00 p.m: Dwight Icenhower and The Promised Land "The Voice Of Elvis" - Constellium Stage
In the last ten years, ETA Dwight Icenhower has become one of the most popular Elvis tribute artists worldwide, with a large following both in Europe and back home in the US. Seeing him on stage, it's easy to see why. The looks, the performance, and especially The Voice.....It's like you are experiencing the real deal in concert. Dwight is the only tribute artist in history to win five Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist awards at Graceland. Aside from that, he's taken first place in 75 contests throughout his tenure as "The King of Rock & Roll" from Tennessee. When it comes to impersonating Elvis, Icenhower is the King.
7:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m: Hot Air Balloon Rides - Starcher Mansion
8:00 p.m: Bucky Covington - Constellium Stage
Bucky Covington rose to fame in 2006 when he won the hearts of fans as a contestant on the wildly popular television show American Idol. After finishing in the Top 8, Bucky released his debut album which hit #1 on Billboard's Top County chart. His debut single, A Different World, reached the Top 5 of Billboard's charts!
Alongside, I'll Walk and Good to be Us all breaking the Top 10!
Later he released his Good Guys album, paying homage to firemen, police officers, and first responders. The album included the feel-good summertime hit Buzzing and Drinking Side of Country, a duet with Shooter Jennings. The video for the duet features the two alongside Kellie Pickler and others.
Then Bucky co-produced his first independent project, a six-song EP entitled Happy Man, with Grammy-nominated producer Dale Oliver under his own record label BareFootin. He has since went on to release single Probably Won't, that debuted at #28 on Music Row charts. Bucky then partnered with filmmaker of the based-on-a-true-story film "Under The Stadium Lights" where he played a cameo role and featured his single Driving in the Dark.
10:00 p.m: Fireworks
