Have you ever been in a boat parade? Or celebrated America’s independence by watching 4th of July fireworks from a dock…or a boat?
Well…then you’re in for a treat this year.
You can cross both of these items of your bucket list this July 4, 2019 weekend.
America’s birthday is right around the corner, and the Middle Peninsula wants you to spend it with them.
From Thursday, July 4 through Saturday, July 6, the Middle Peninsula community has events planned for entire families, and locals and visitors of all ages, to enjoy.
Here’s the rundown of the holiday weekend:
Thursday, July 4, 2019
Mathews, Virginia
For the last two decades, Mathews High School in Mathews, Virginia, has lit the sky up with fireworks on July 4.
Home to more than 100 miles of water trials, Mathews has over 20 different launch sites, giving locals and visitors alike the opportunity to spend the day paddling and then end it with a light show.
Fireworks will begin around 9 p.m., but entertainment and concessions start at 6:30 p.m.
Parking is available at the high school, with additional parking and a shuttle bus at Thomas Hunter Middle School starting at 7 p.m.
Too tired after the show to drive home? Consider booking a night at the Inn at Tabbs Creek, where you can continue to play and stay in Mathews County all weekend long.
Friday, July 5
Urbanna, Virginia
Urbanna, Virginia – a Middlesex County town you can visit by boat or car – has a personality squarely derived from its waterway heritage and love of all things Americana. What better place to celebrate America’s birthday weekend?
What can you do while visiting this historic, waterside town?
Explore the boutique shops and family owned eateries along Virginia Street.
Visit the Urbanna Musuem – the Scottish Factor Store – and one of the oldest and more significant maps in American history.
Walk to marinas.
Paddle or boat Urbanna Creek and the Rappahannock River.
Sip on a 1950s style limeade or shake.
Play mini-golf.
Meet colonial interpreters.
Make sure you stick around for the best part of the night – the annual boat parade and fireworks show!
Festivities begin at 6 p.m. at the Urbanna Town Marina with live music and good eats.
A patriotic boat parade decoration contest starts at 7:30 p.m. and at dark (approx. 9 p.m.) the fireworks show kicks off over Urbanna Creek. Watch from boat or dock.
Saturday, July 6
Deltaville, Virginia
Lace up your shoes and run the Deltaville 5K and Kids Fun Run .
This rain or shine race will begin at 7:15 a.m. with a one mile kids fun run. At 7:30 a.m. the 5K, run through the heart of Deltaville will begin, followed by plenty of post-race activities.