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Fourth of July weekend in Watervliet is more than a festival. It is a chance to celebrate the people, businesses, volunteers, and community spirit that make our town feel like home. As visitors gather for parades, fireworks, live music, family activities, and the Watervliet Independence Day Festival, it is also the perfect time to explore downtown and support the local businesses that help make Watervliet a vibrant place to live and visit. Make Downtown Part of Your Festival

There is nothing quite like Independence Day weekend in Watervliet. For three days, the community fills with hometown pride, family traditions, music, food, parades, fireworks, and plenty of reasons to spend a little extra time in town. Whether you are visiting for the weekend, coming home for the holiday, or looking for a full schedule of family-friendly fun, the Watervliet Independence Day Festival offers something for everyone from Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5. Fr

Watervliet is gearing up for a full weekend of hometown celebration, community fun, and patriotic pride with the Watervliet Independence Day Festival. This year’s festival brings together classic favorites, family activities, live music, food, fireworks, and several special events honoring America’s 250th birthday. From Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5, the community will come alive with activities throughout town, including Oasis Park, Main Street, the Watervliet Airpor