2017 Norwood 4th Of July Parade: What You Need To Know

NORWOOD, MA — The Fourth of July is almost here and that means the town is preparing for the Fourth of July Parade Spectacular.

The annual celebration of America is an all day event with classic vehicles, a road race, and the traditional parade. Here's what you need to know about the day:

Pre-Independence Day Concert

Dan Gabel and the Abeltones will be at the common Monday night to perform patriotic songs and show tunes. The show starts at 7 p.m.

Independence Day Schedule

1 p.m. - The Children’s Bicycle, Tricycle, Doll Carriage and Historical Character Parade

This event has become a favorite for children and their families. Over 300 children decorate their tricycles, bicycles or doll carriages or come dressed as a historical character, such as Betsy Ross, Abraham Lincoln, etc.

The parade, led by The Colonial Boys, begins at the First Congregational Church at the corner of Walpole and

Winter Streets and proceeds through town ending at the Town Common. The fee is $1 and every child receives a festive T-shirt and participation ribbon. The winners are welcomed to ride in the main parade on a float.

3 p.m. - Independence Day Carillon Concert

The concert, played from the Town Hall Memorial Tower, features Margaret Angelini of Wellesley College and Lee Leach of Norwood. A tour of the 50-bell Tilton Memorial Carillon will follow the one-hour concert.

5 p.m. - Norwood’s Firecracker 5K Road Race

Run or watch this unique, fun-filled event prior to the parade. Race day registration starts at the town common at 4 p.m. and is $25.

5:30 p.m. - Eastern Massachusetts Fire Truck Procession, Antique and Classic Cars and Historic Military Reenactment and the Norwood’s 4th of July Parade Spectacular

The famous 4th of July Parade features national and international marching bands. In addition, the parade has entertaining acts, floats and community groups. Don’t miss out on this spectacular event.

Information in this article was provided by the Town of Norwood.

Image via Norwood Police Department