Thousands showed up for the community festival at Ralston Park.
Rotary volunteers prepare a massive feast full of BBQ beef ribs.
Brilliant fireworks light up the night sky during the show at Castle.
Local farmers showed up with a healthy display of tractors.
A canine watches humans on the sidewalk during a parade ride.
The Mitchell School Band show off their tie-dye colors.
A military jet appears to be taking off from Broadway Avenue, courtesy of the Merced County Radio Control Club.
Young soccer players having a ton of fun during the parade.
Members of the Atwater High School Band were talented, comfortable and patriotic.
Miss Atwater 2022 Hallie Billings rides atop a sports car in the parade.
A child shows off his face paint during the festival.
The rockets’ red glare lights up the night sky.
A cool youngster waves Old Glory while riding in Atwater’s 4th of July parade.
Atwater once again held the valley’s most brilliant blast for freedom on Tuesday as thousands converged on the small town for an epic 4th of July extravaganza.
It started with a Run For Independence, and that paved the way for an old fashioned parade energized with passion from a new generation of patriotic spirit.
It was an all-day party in Ralston Park, complete with fun and games for the kids, and beer and ribs for the adult crowd.
And then, good times and relaxation with a concert at Castle, followed by a spectacular fireworks show that lit up an awe-inspiring night.