Best Events On The River
The City of Independence has curated 4 major events that provide families in the mid-Willamette Valley something exciting to look forward to each season. Each event focuses on a slightly different demographic, however all share a common thread; offering families an opportunity to come together, celebrate and create new memories.
City of Independence events have become a part of the local culture, with many families planning their 4th of July around our Independence Days event or mapping out their summers around specific concert weekends of our Summer Series. We’re creating traditions that so many people look forward to each year, and your sponsorship dollars are what make these events possible. We are always happy to find new partners that share our vision to create more togetherness.
If that sounds good to you, become an event sponsor today and contribute to the fun times ahead. You’ll find more information about each event below. If you have any questions, please reach out to Courtney Williams at cwilliams@ci.independence.or.us
Best Events On The River
The City of Independence has curated 4 major events that provide families in the mid-Willamette Valley something exciting to look forward to each season. Each event focuses on a slightly different demographic, however all share a common thread; offering families an opportunity to come together, celebrate and create new memories.
City of Independence events have become a part of the local culture, with many families planning their 4th of July around our Independence Days event or mapping out their summers around specific concert weekends of our Summer Series. We’re creating traditions that so many people look forward to each year, and your sponsorship dollars are what make these events possible. We are always happy to find new partners that share our vision to create more togetherness.
If that sounds good to you, become an event sponsor today and contribute to the fun times ahead. You’ll find more information about each event below. If you have any questions, please reach out to Courtney Williams at cwilliams@ci.independence.or.us
Touch-A-Truck is a unique event that happens on the Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend. It gives families the opportunity to see, touch and honk big pieces of equipment and unusual vehicles, all while getting to engage with the operators who work them. The event also offers a Mother’s Day Card Making booth which the kids love! There is no admission cost, but we do ask that people bring a food donation for the Ella Curran Food Bank. This event drew 2,500 people in 2024, but grows larger each year.
Click the logo to visit the event page and discover all the exciting details about Touch A Truck!
Touch-A-Truck is a unique event that happens on the Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend. It gives families the opportunity to see, touch and honk big pieces of equipment and unusual vehicles, all while getting to engage with the operators who work them. The event also offers a Mother’s Day Card Making booth which the kids love! There is no admission cost, but we do ask that people bring a food donation for the Ella Curran Food Bank. This event drew 2,500 people in 2024, but grows larger each year.
The best Independence Day event happens in Independence, Oregon! Visitors can enjoy wholesome family activities, live
entertainment, a diverse selection of food and craft vendors, a 3-mile long Grand Parade, a Kid Zone, a rubber ducky derby
on the Willamette River and two nights of fireworks! This event draws thousands of people each day, (typically 4-6k on the
3rd and 15-18k on the 4th), most attendees are from the Willamette Valley, but we do see out of state attendance as well!
Click the logo to visit the event page and discover all the exciting details about Independence Days!
The best Independence Day event happens in Independence, Oregon! Visitors can enjoy wholesome family activities, live entertainment, a diverse selection of food and craft vendors, a 3-mile long Grand Parade, a Kid Zone, a rubber ducky derby on the Willamette River and two nights of fireworks! This event draws thousands of people each day, (typically 4-6k on the 3rd and 15-18k on the 4th), most attendees are from the Willamette Valley, but we do see out of state attendance as well!
Click the logo to visit the event page and discover all the exiting details about the River’s Edge Summer Series!
The River’s Edge Summer Series is a 6-week concert series held in Riverview Park on Friday nights, July 11th-August 15th This series celebrates a care-free summer night with talented tribute bands, local food trucks and a fully gated perimeter that allows for an open beer garden throughout the park. We layer professional entertainment, high quality food and drink options and an exciting ambiance to craft a near-perfect summer outing for all. Typically, we see attendance range from 2,500-3,500, and expect to hit the top of those numbers this year.
The River’s Edge Summer Series is a 6-week concert series held in Riverview Park on Friday nights, July 11th-August 15th This series celebrates a care-free summer night with talented tribute bands, local food trucks and a fully gated perimeter that allows for an open beer garden throughout the park. We layer professional entertainment, high quality food and drink options and an exciting ambiance to craft a near-perfect summer outing for all. Typically, we see attendance range from 2,500-3,500, and expect to hit the top of those numbers this year.
Each winter we add festive holiday lights to make Riverview Park merry and bright. The lights stay on through the end of November until mid-January and is promoted as a self-tour. Our sponsors have the unique opportunity to choose a lighting display to be added to the event and get continuous exposure with each guest who visits the FREE event throughout the 2 months.
Click the logo to visit the event page and discover all the exciting details about Glow Holiday Lights!
Each winter we add festive holiday lights to make Riverview Park merry and bright. The lights stay on through the end of November until mid-January and is promoted as a self-tour. Our sponsors have the unique opportunity to choose a lighting display to be added to the event and get continuous exposure with each guest who visits the FREE event throughout the 2 months.
