Whitefish Bay's 4th Of July Fireworks, Festival 2020 Canceled

WHITEFISH BAY, WI – July 4 events across the country will not look the same this year thanks to the coronavirus. Many cities and towns have been forced to cancel the annual Fourth of July events, including Whitefish Bay.

Village officials announced in early May that this year's parade, fireworks and festival at Klode Park have been canceled for 2020.

"While we all hope better, healthier and safer times await us on July 4, the public health situation brought on by COVID-19 means we will be very unlikely to safely host such a mass gathering," Whitefish Bay officials said.

With the support of the Village, village officials are encouraging residents to celebrate in smaller groups by holding block parties on July 4.

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At this time, the North Shore Health Department is recommending that gatherings be limited to 50 or fewer people. In addition, precautions like social distancing, cleaning and disinfecting shared surfaces, washing and sanitizing hands and not sharing personal items are still good practices.

Fill out a request for a block party in Whitefish Bay. Barricades are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The village is also hosting 4th of July contests. Winners will receive gift cards.

1) Most Patriotic House/Yard, $100 to Winkie's
2) Best Dressed for the 4th, $100 to Breadsmith
3) Best WFB 4th TikTok, $100 to Bruegger's
4) Best "block party" 4th parade, $100 to The Bay
5) Best yard game, $100 to Yellow Wood
6) Most appetizing grill-out meal, $100 to Moxie/Trouble & Sons

Do you know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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