This site lists the various organizations and committees that help to put on annual community events in the Town of Bridgewater, MA on July 4th.

The BRIDGEWATER ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL is a non-profit organization, staffed entirely by volunteers who produce the annual arts and music festival held on the grounds of Bridgewater State University. Starting immediately at the conclusion of the parade, the festival runs through the afternoon providing a variety of live music, art, dance, children's and other family events. This event is in partnership with the Bridgewater 4th of July Committee, but is not funded by the 4th of July Committee, nor the Town of Bridgewater. Business and corporate donations, and fees from participating vendors fund this event in full. We do not solicit individuals for donations. We want to thank and acknowledge Bridgewater State University, through the office of Conference and Event Services, for the generous annual donation of facilities and supporting staff of electricians, grounds crews and security.

The BRIDGEWATER 4TH OF JULY COMMITTEE puts on a fantastic hometown parade and one of the more spectacular fireworks displays in the state, drawing thousands of families to Bridgewater. They have a new website, click Parade and Fireworks Committee, to visit their site.

Annual favorites, FIRST PARISH UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH at 50 School Street (directly across from the Quad at Bridgewater State University) traditionally sells hand-squeezed fresh lemonade, food, and hosts a booksale. Be sure to make a quick stop on your way over to the festival, where they will also have an information table setup.

• Artisans and Crafters - Opens at 10:00 am
• Art Show - (Free) - Opens 10:00 am
• Poetry Event - GBSPA - (Free) - 10:00 am - TBA
• Live Performances - (Free) - immediately after parade

Kasey Villirilli, Vocalist - Opening Song
Arts for Youth Performance
Sabrina Belly Dancer Performance
Matt Putnam, Singer/Songwriter
Lisa Markovich, Singer/Songwriter

• Family Field Fun and Games - 12 pm-1pm - (Free) - Sam Baumgarten and Meghan Boyle
• Face Painting & Balloon Shapes - Fun Faces with a Twist
• Sandart - Harry's Sand Art
• Trackless Train Rides - 10am-3pm
• Storyteller - Big Ryan! - (Free)
• Food & Beverages Available
• Bridgewater Martial Arts Performance - (Free)
• Tarot Readings
• Stop by and visit horror show host - Penny Dreadful of Penny Dreadful's Shilling Shockers!
• Child I.D. Kit - 10 am-2 pm - (Free) - New York Life