We love that our six Cherry Republic retail stores are in some of the prettiest and friendliest towns in Michigan. So it’s no surprise that there are old fashioned Michigan 4th of July celebrations planned throughout the Republic this year. As we head into the big holiday weekend, we’ve put together a list of 4th of July celebrations near our stores in Glen Arbor, Traverse City, Boyne City (near Charlevoix), Frankenmuth, Ann Arbor and Holland.
Glen Arbor Parade
Nothing says quintessential Americana more than Glen Arbor’s July 4th parade held each Independence Day along Western Avenue/M-22. Anyone and everyone are invited to be a part of this joy-filled parade that kicks off in Glen Haven and makes its way to Glen Arbor. Be sure to watch for the Cherry Republic truck filled with Cherry Ambassadors handing out cups of fresh cherries! This year the parade marks its 61st anniversary and the fun runs from noon to 2 p.m.
Traverse City Fireworks
The 4th of July gets an added boost in Traverse City because it falls right in the middle of the National Cherry Festival, which runs this year from July 1-8. You can catch their spectacular fireworks show over West Grand Traverse Bay on Tuesday, July 4, starting at 10:30 pm. Cherry Republic is excited to be a Corporate sponsor of the National Cherry Festival this year!
Boyne City Parade
Just down the road from Cherry Republic’s Charlevoix store you’ll find the cute town of Boyne City. Everyone is welcome to participate in their 4th of July parade, which will feature a pre-parade activities including a 47th annual Independence Day Run in Peninsula Park, family breakfast, bounce houses and water slides, followed by the Independence Day Parade starting at 10am. Here is the full schedule of fun-filled activities for the entire family!
Ann Arbor Parade & 5K Race
Even dogs get into the act at the Ann Arbor 4th of July activities! The Ann Arbor Jaycees organization is transforming its 33rd annual Fourth of July Parade into a festival at Briarwood Mall, complete with food trucks, activities and entertainment. The events take pace from 8 am to noon on Sunday, July 2nd. Looking for even more fun? Take part in the Ann Arbor Sports Commission’s Firecracker 5K race before the parade.
Frankenmuth Fireworks Display
Enjoy a beautiful fireworks display over Frankenmuth to celebrate Independence Day, July 3rd around 9:30pm. Show lasts for 20 minutes and is viewable throughout the city. Brought to you by the Frankenmuth Jaycees.
Holland July 4th Celebration
Ring in the 4th of July in Downtown Holland with daylong festivities. Head to Kollen Park where you’ll enjoy family-friendly activities starting at noon. After a day of various, fun actvities, enjoy the firework show over Lake Macatawa starting at dusk. Street performers — including musicians, jugglers, aerial acrobats, stilt walkers, dancers, magicians and more — perform in Downtown Holland from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
