Milford will hold a trio of events on Saturday, June 20 to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.
The America 250 Grand Parade steps off at 11:00 a.m. with marching bands, decorated floats, community groups and tributes honoring the nation’s history. The procession begins at Wasson Field, turns onto West Main Street, travels down River Street and continues along the Milford Green.
The city’s seventh annual Juneteenth celebration and cookout is then planned from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the Green and at Mary Taylor Memorial United Methodist Church. Recognizing the significance of June 19, 1865, the event will honor freedom, culture, resilience and unity through music, performances, educational exhibits, food, local vendors and family activities.
Finally, the city will host a “kickoff to summer” at Lisman Landing Marina in downtown starting at 5 p.m. The celebration will include music featuring Sapphire and the Rum Runners, as well as food trucks, then culminate at 9:15 p.m. with a fireworks display over the harbor.
A free shuttle service will run from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. from Harborside Middle School, Wasson Field and the Milford Senior Center. Parking will be prohibited behind the library, near the harbor and at Lisman Landing.
For more information, email Milford250parade@gmail.com.