Eaton Rapids Fourth of July celebration

Eaton Rapids is going all out for its Fourth of July festivities, with a two-day celebration that’s as American as apple pie.

The fun begins with Chalk Fest from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, inviting artists of all skill levels to create chalk masterpieces on downtown sidewalks. Afterward, the party will move to Martin Hansen Amphitheater for a family fun night with bounce houses, food trucks and a screening of “Moana 2” at dusk.

Friday brings a craft and vendor show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. along Hamlin Street, a parade at 11 a.m. along Main Street from Marilyn Avenue to Knight Street, the Rotary Club’s annual chicken barbecue from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, live music by party band Universe from noon to 2 p.m. at Martin Hansen Amphitheater, a kids’ zone from noon to 4 p.m. at Howe Memorial Park, food trucks from noon to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at parking lot No. 4, a dance party with local DJ company TNT Music at 7 p.m. at Howe Memorial Park and a fireworks show at approximately 10:15 p.m. Additionally, the Michigan Grand Army Republic Memorial Hall & Museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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