06/30/2026
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This is a long post, but it’s packed with important information you’ll want to know for our upcoming Family Freedom Fest Fourth of July Celebration! Including parking and bathroom info!
There are a few things going on that are not on the official event schedule flyer, so here’s a full rundown to help you plan your day!
🍳 Start your morning right!
Be sure to grab a homemade breakfast at Ron’s Family Restaurant before heading out for the day’s festivities.
☕ Then swing by Zeke’s Coffee House for a fresh cup of coffee, a specialty Fourth of July drink, or a delicious pastry. Don’t forget to bring your own cup and save 10% on your drink! I also hear Zeke’s may have a fun activity planned, so be sure to watch their page for more details. 👀
🍉 11:00 AM – Watermelon Eating Contest
Head over to Wayside Park and cheer on contestants of all ages as they battle it out for bragging rights and prizes!
While at wayside, take a photo op under one of the two gorgeous balloon creations done by Little Darling Creations (the other will be downtown at the gazebo).
🏊 Free Pool Day
Cool off with a FREE swim at the pool between 11-4!
🍔 Grab some lunch!
Support two of our wonderful local organizations:
VFW Cookout (at wayside park)
• Burger & Fries – $5
• Hot Dog & Fries – $4
• Soda – $1
Rotary Hog Roast (downtown behind the library)
• $15 per plate of Pulled Pork, Wedge Fries, Sliced Bread & Bottled Water
🚗 Car Show
Stop by the SBU parking lot to check out some incredible cars, trucks, and motorcycles. No pre-registration is required—just show up and show off! Every participant will receive prize tickets.
🛍️ Shopping & Family Fun
Visit the vendors setup outside the Community Center featuring:
• Hats & apparel by Lois Wood and Amber Lee
• Souvenir booth with 250th souvenirs, fans, tumblers, light up things and more
• Face painting by Sunflower & Blueberry Boutique
• And don’t miss Mtn Views very own self-proclaimed “Balloon Boy!” Come support this ambitious and polite young entrepreneur!
🍦 Beat the Heat!
It’s going to be a warm one, so while you’re downtown cool off with:
• Holy Roll’n Rolled Ice Cream
• Expresso Yourself Coffee & Shaved Ice
• Cotton Candy
You’ll find them near the berm beside the Community Center.
Keep an eye out for grassy or shaded areas around the community center and SBU lot, there will be games (co****le, washers, etc) setup for public use. Please be respectful and keep all pieces together as found.
bring your lawn chairs and blankets, grab a spot and make a day of it!
🎆 Parade Viewing
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets! The grassy areas adjacent to SBU lot and parking spaces along 1st Street (which will be closed to parking for safety) will make great viewing spots for the parade. We’re excited to have Gary Lee from Q94 announcing the parade!
🎶 Live Music
Immediately following the parade, make your way to the Gazebo to enjoy live music by Brandy Lee.
✝️ Jesus in the Park
After the parade, stop by Veterans Park for this special community gathering.
🎇 Fireworks at Dark
Wrap up the evening with an incredible fireworks show downtown!
Hwy 17 will be closed between Pine and Elm from 5PM-10PM, plan ahead!
Parking on 1st street will be blocked off between Pine & Elm to ensure safety while viewing the parade and live music.
The football field BLEACHERS will be open for viewing.
• PLEASE NOTE: The football field itself is CLOSED and OFF LIMITS due to the new turf.
Additional parking is available at the SBU and Community Center parking lots.
handicap parking for the day’s activities will be designated adjacent to the west side of the community center - look for yard signs with handicap parking 🅿️
🚻 Restrooms
Restrooms will be available throughout the day at:
• Wayside Park
• The Eagles Nest
• Port-a potty available near the Library/Community Center
Please note The Community Center will be closed for a private event until 5:00 PM. After 5:00 PM, the building will reopen and the restrooms will be available, along with a cool place to take a break from the heat if needed.
📝 There’s still time to register!
Registration for both the parade and the watermelon eating contest remains open through Wednesday. Go to our website www.chambermvmo.com
This is truly shaping up to be an amazing day filled with food, family, music, shopping, community spirit, and a spectacular fireworks finale.
There’s something for everyone, and we hope you’ll spend your Fourth of July celebrating with us in Mountain View!
❤️ Finally, keep an eye on our page over the next few days as we recognize each and every sponsor, volunteer, organization, business, and individual who has helped make this event possible. We couldn’t do it without this incredible community, and we’re so thankful for each of you!
