Lake Almanor

4th of July

Over 100 years of Tradition

Our Parade Tradition started in 1920 at the Chester Rodeo on our country's day of independence.

Chester Rodeo Parade 1938 **Eastman

  • 9am ARPD Fun Run

    42nd Annual Fun Run down Main Street

    Fun Run Registration

  • 11am Chamber Parade

    Begins at 11:00am at Collins Pine Park and rolls down Main Street in Chester to the edge of town just before the Bidwell House.

    Parade Registration

  • 11:30am Elks Craft Fair

    Craft Fair at Chester Park until 4pm

    Art Fair Booth Reg

  • 2pm Rotary Duck Race

    Chester Rotary Duck Race down the Feather River at Chester Park Bridge

    Adopted a Duck

  • At dusk - Fireworks on the Lake

    Chamber hosts Fireworks on Lake Almanor. The fireworks launch from the peninsula point.

    Fireworks Donation

4th of July Fun Run

Hosted by Almanor Recreation and Parks District

Welcome to the Chester 4th of July Fun Run! Lace up your sneakers and join us for a festive morning of running and celebrating Independence Day.

The 43rd Annual Chester 4th of July Fun Run will take place at 9 a.m. on Thursday, July 4, 2024, sponsored by the Almanor Recreation and Park District. The one mile run/walk will start on the Collins Pine lawn and proceed down Chester’s historic Main Street to the finish at the Bidwell House. All participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt and refreshments at the finish line. Registration is open now at ChesterFunRun.com.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to start the holiday, this event is perfect for all ages and abilities. Come out and enjoy the fresh air, friendly competition, and community spirit. Let's make this 4th of July one to remember!


  • 4th of July Fun Run

    Lace up your sneakers and join us

    Register Today

Grand Marshall

Honoring our Hometown Heroes


Lake Almanor Area celebrate individuals who have selflessly give themselves to better our community.



Let the Celebration begin

 

Our Hometown Heroes honor us by leading our Chester Main Street

4th of July Parade. 

 

Nominations


Nominations each year are accepted January 1 thru April 30. 

Submit your Hero online HERE. 


Or you can fill out a form in person at:

Ayoob's Intermountain Hardware or Lake Almanor Ace Hardware


Or mail yours to:

PO Box 1198

Chester, CA 96020

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