Main Calendar
$2.50 Games at Comet Bowl
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Between 10a and 2p, it only costs $2.50 (per lane) to play a game.
$2.50 Mini Golf Games at Bayou Bend
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
From 1p to 3p, a game of mini golf only costs $2.50.
Central Park Activities
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
"Warm Up" music preformed by Tad Berry Inflatable Rides and Games Food Vendors Beer Garden America's 250th Rockin' Rock Hunt Hot Dog Eating Contest Live Music by "Mud Dogs" Band
Charley Western Firecracker 5K
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Annual 5K race held the morning of July 4th along the Cedar River. Serves as a fundraiser to repair and improve the community recreational trail. Different age categories, with medals for top three place finishers. Door Prizes, Kids Fun Run. Register ...
Independence Day Parade
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Annual parade on the morning of the Fourth of July, organized by the Charles City Area Chamber of Commerce.
The Feel Good Variety Show
4:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Community variety show being planned for July 4th in Charles City at the Charles Theatre. Auditions to be held May 27th at 5 p.m. at the theatre. All ages welcome to audition!! Contact jaynestowe1@gmail.com for more information.
Pizza! Puzzle! Pop! Challenge
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What: Eat 1 large pizza, drink a 2 liter of pop, and finish a 300 piece puzzle to win $100! Who: Teams of 1-4 people ready to accept the challenge! When: July 4th, 5-9 PM in three sessions (5p-6p, 6:30p-7:30p, and 8p-9p) with up to 10 teams per ...