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Charles City to Host “Rockin’ 250” Independence Day Festivities

The “Rockin’ 250” Fourth of July Celebration in Charles City begins Friday (07.03) with Kids Day in Central Park.

Festivities for all ages start at 5 PM in Central Park including a Hot Dog Eating contest, the Rock Hunt, and live music by the Mud Dogs from 6 to 10 PM.

Chamber of Commerce Director Mark Wicks says Saturday (07.04) activities get going early with the Charley Western Firecracker 5K at the High School at 7:30 AM. There’s a run for young kids, too.

The parade through downtown Charles City begins at 10:30 AM Saturday, with late entries welcome if you haven’t already registered with the Chamber..

Festivities continue Saturday from noon to 4 pm in Central Park, followed by the Feel Good Variety Show at 4:15 PM at the Charles Theatre.

The Charles City Municipal Band plays at 7:30 PM Saturday behind the library, then its fireworks at 10 PM over the Main Street Bridge (weather permitting).

Wicks  Contingency  #1   :20   q…that beforFor more information on Fourth of July celebration activities, and updates on any changes, visit Charles City Chamber & Tourism on Facebook.

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Mark Pitz

Mark Pitz is News and Sports Director for KCHA Radio, covering local news and sports across North Iowa. He also hosts Middays with Mark Pitz and is the radio voice of the Nashua-Plainfield Huskies on 95.9 KCHA.
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