Ridgefield celebrates Independence Day in full red, white, orange and blue spirit
Veterans from Ridgefield’s American Legion kicked off the city’s Fourth of July parade Friday morning, earning loud applause. Thousands lined the streets of downtown as Ridgefield’s annual Fourth of July celebration continued. The parade ran from Third Avenue to Pioneer Street and up Eighth Avenue. From Ridgefield High School’s Spudder to lasso-spinning riders, the event brought out a wide range of community groups, performers and local icons.
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Ridgefield Mayor Matt Cole throws candy to children during Friday’s Fourth of July parade. Mayor Cole and other council members represented the city during the parade.
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Spudder, Ridgefield High School’s mascot, high-fives kids as he runs along the parade route. The school mascot was one of many symbols of local pride featured in this year’s parade.
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A horseback rider representing El Rancho Viejo performs lasso tricks for the crowd. The family-owned Mexican restaurant was among several local businesses to take part in the parade.
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Members of the Sons of the American Revolution march in full historical attire during the Ridgefield parade. The national heritage group works to educate youth about the history of the American Revolution.
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The Grinch, looking less than thrilled, hands out candy to kids along the parade route. The Bella Noche HOA, which organizes Ridgefield’s popular December Candy Cane Lane, brought the holiday spirit early.
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Two jets fly over Ridgefield’s parade route on July 4. The flyover came moments before the parade began.
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The Ridgefield Art Association showcases a giant pastel and mobile art display from the back of a truck. The group brought creative flair to the parade, highlighting the city’s local arts scene.
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Local members of the 501st and Rebel Legions dressed as Imperial Stormtroopers greet children along the parade route. The Star Wars characters were a crowd favorite, especially among younger parade-goers.
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A U-Haul truck rolls along the parade route in Ridgefield. U-Haul, founded in Ridgefield nearly 80 years ago, remains part of the community’s identity.
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A student with Master Oh’s HS Taekwondo breaks wooden boards during a performance. The high-energy demonstration earned loud cheers from the crowd lining the parade route.
