Shelburne Falls 4th of July Parade and Chicken Barbecue Meal

Happy 4th of July, Shelburne Falls! 🎆
Friday, July 4, 2025

Celebrate Independence Day with hometown pride, classic Americana, and fun for the whole family!

Parade Details
Join the Shelburne Grange for the annual 4th of July Parade, lining up at 10:30 AM near the old Buckland Maintenance Department on Conway Street in Buckland.

The parade steps off at 11:30 AM and winds its way through both Buckland and Shelburne, ending at Buckland Shelburne Elementary School on 75 Mechanic Street.

Calling All Decorated Bikes & Floats!
Children who participate in the parade will receive a coupon for a free ice cream cone! All are welcome to join in — bring your creativity and community spirit!

🍗 To-Go Chicken Barbecue Meal
Following the parade, enjoy a delicious “To-Go” Chicken Barbecue Meal — with seating available at the school if you'd like to stay and eat.

The CHICKEN BARBECUE will be served by the Shelburne Grange at the Buckland-Shelburne Elementary School immediately following the parade up until 1:30pm. Cost is $15. 1½ BBQ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll, and water. Served as a "TO GO MEAL" and can be eaten at the school. Pre-order your barbecue tickets now at shelburnegrange.org or purchase them starting at 11:00am at the event. We expect to sell out that day so purchase your tickets early.

🚘 Car Show at the School
Stick around after lunch to check out the classic cars on display!

📞 Want to participate or have an idea for the parade?
Contact Parade Organizer Steven Finck at (413) 522-4585