Clay Center residents and visitors will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate Independence Day this year as the community marks America’s 250th birthday with two days of festivities, entertainment, food and family activities.
The celebration begins Friday, July 3, with a street dance featuring Hard Knox at American Legion Post 87, providing an early start to the holiday weekend.
Activities continue throughout the day Saturday, July 4, with events planned from sunrise until after dark. The day kicks off with a Fun Run at 7 a.m., followed by breakfast opportunities around town hosted by local businesses.
One of the day’s highlights will be the annual parade at 10 a.m. This year’s parade theme is “USA 250,” recognizing and honoring 250 years of American history, service and community.
Following the parade and flag-raising ceremony, attendees can gather at the park for a community barbecue lunch sponsored by Pig Bull Catering. The park will remain a hub of activity throughout the afternoon with a scavenger hunt, P.E.O. pies, yard games, a chalk walk organized by the Clay Center Public Library and a bouncy house provided by Clay Center Christian Church.
Golf enthusiasts can participate in the Fourth of July Golf Tournament at Crooked Creek Country Club, while others can head to the ball field where activities will include frisbee golf and additional family-friendly entertainment.
As the day continues, food trucks will be available for supper, giving families an opportunity to enjoy a meal before the evening’s grand finale.
The celebration will conclude with a fireworks display at dark, hosted by the Clay Center Volunteer Firefighters. The annual fireworks show has become a favorite tradition for many area families and is expected to draw spectators from throughout Clay County and neighboring communities.
The Fourth of July celebration is sponsored by the Clay Center Community Club and showcases the community spirit that has long been a hallmark of Clay Center. From the parade and park activities to the fireworks lighting up the night sky, organizers hope residents and visitors alike will take time to celebrate the nation’s birthday while enjoying the fellowship and traditions that make small-town celebrations special.
With activities planned throughout the day and something for every age group, Clay Center’s Independence Day celebration promises to be a fitting tribute to America’s 250th birthday and a memorable holiday weekend for the
