250th Celebration in Woodstock
Celebrate 250 Years of Independence in Woodstock, Vermont,
July 1–5, 2026. Festivities include live music, 5k run/walk, bike parade, family activities, markets, fireworks, and more.
July 4th in Woodstock
Step into history and be part of something truly special. This Fourth of July weekend, Woodstock invites you to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable celebration of music, tradition, and community spirit.
Featured Events
VSO at Saskadena Six
July 1
The festivities kick off with a spectacular opening performance by the Vermont Symphony Orchestra at Saskadena Six—an inspiring start to a week filled with celebration.
Music in the Park
July 3
Enjoy two performances at East End Park with the Woodstock Community Choir and Marc Berger. Bring a blanket, gather your friends, and come early to enjoy local food, drinks, and the beauty of Woodstock in summer.
Firecracker 5K Run/Walk
July 4
Join us for the inaugural Ottauquechee River Trail (ORT) Firecracker 5K. It is family-friendly, and the route is mostly flat, easy to walk or run, and surrounded by lots of great nature. Sign up early, spots are limited.
Kids Bike Parade
July 4
Join the fun for the Kids Bike Parade starting at Woodstock Elementary School with decorations available at 10:30, parade begins at 11:00am and goes around the Village Green.
Kids Market and Craft Fair
July 4
Come support youth in the community at the Kids Market on the Green and shop from local vendors at the Craft Fair.
Community Dinner
July 4
Join together with neighbors, friends, and community members for a special community dinner on the Village Green. Live music, pizza and BBQ available for purchase from Pizza Chef, beverages and bar, and good old fashioned fun!
Pool Party
July 5
Come join the party and swim for free at the Rec Center pool. Bring a picnic or enjoy snacks from the snack bar.
Fireworks
July 5
Celebrate July 4th weekend with fireworks and flag ceremony at the Woodstock Union High School. Tons of fun family-friendly activities including Games, Face painting, Bouncy House, Live Music, and more! Food and beverages will be available for purchase or bring your own picnic.
Thank You to Our Donors
Woodstock Rotary Club, Max Comins, American Legion, Susan and Jim Ford, the Town of Woodstock Selectboard and Village Trustees, the Masonic Temple, Woodstock History Center, Pentangle Arts.
Contact the 250th Celebration Committee
We need volunteers! If you’d like to help make the 250th celebration a success, please contact us at the information below.