Enjoy the Oldest Independence Day Parade on the 4th of July in Bristol, Rhode Island

Bristol is the place to be on the 4th of July if you love a parade. The town of Bristol prides itself on having the oldest Independence Day parade in America. And it is not just one day of celebrating. The festivities go on from Flag Day (June 14th) to the 4th of July. The 2 1/2 mile, approximately 2 hour parade begins in downtown Bristol on the 4th of July and winds its way through the town. Live music the night before at downtown Independence Park ends with fireworks over Bristol Harbor on July 3rd. For kids, there is the Rockwell Amusements (More)