The Independence holiday weekend festivities kick off this year on Friday night with the July 3rd Street Dance in Winslow, a free night of fun for all ages with music, dancing, food, beer and wine, events for kids, and more, courtesy of the Downtown Association and its sponsors.
Music
- The celebration begins at 6 p.m. with Ice Queen Victoria Robertson singing the National Anthem on the main stage at the head of Madrone Lane.
- The rocking starts rolling at 6:15 p.m. with The Hep Replacements on the main stage. The Tax Authorities follow at 7:15 p.m., and Psycho Sushi rocks out the night from 9 to 11 p.m.
- Local fave DJ John Wood of Music Masters will keep the beat on the second stage.
Family Activities
Ice Queen Victoria Robertson
After the National Anthem the Ice Queen and the Pirate King will take to the streets near Ericksen with a full program of family activities, including singing and dancing; treasure hunts; a costume parade; balloon sculptures courtesy of The Balloon Brothers; and sidewalk chalk and face painting courtesy of Calico Toy Shoppe. Kids of all ages are invited to wear their favorite costume.
Food
This year’s party will offer more food choices than ever. Familiar favorites will include BI BBQ, Clara’s Wok, BonBon, Scoops Nuts & Brats, and old fashioned hot dogs at the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum. New offerings will come from J’aime Les Crepes (sweet and savory crepes); 206 PIE (pizza, salads, and desserts); Jake’s Pickup (crab and smoked salmon sliders); Intentional Table (fresh oysters); and BI Street Meats (gourmet sausages and hot dogs). There will be freshly spun cotton candy courtesy of the BIPD.
Drink
Not one but two beer and wine gardens will be in full swing this year. Bainbridge Island Brewing will serve locally brewed craft beers, and Ambrosia Wine Group will provide a selection of white and red.
Street Closures
Winslow Way will be closed to vehicles 3-11:30 p.m. from Madison to Ericksen. Access to Town and Country Market will be available via a clearly marked detour.
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Images courtesy of Bainbridge Island Downtown Association.
