4th of July
The 4th of July is Mellen’s biggest celebration of the year. A lot happens over the 4th of July here in Mellen. Closer to the big day/weekend, the 4th of July Committee publishes a schedule of events so everyone can take advantage of the fun. The schedule can be found in the Mellen Weekly-Record, the local paper, as well as posted online and around town.
4th of July Schedule of Events (under construction):
Thursday, July 4th
8:30am Bellringer Run/Walk [2 mile] check Bellringer Run 4th of July Registration is on! for registration information
11:00am Roly Poly dinner at the Mellen Fire Hall begins
[Large orders of Roly Polys (10 or more) must be preordered by June 3rd by contacting 715-681-1847.]
Friday, July 5th
6:00pm at Gilman Park, Putting on the Hits
Saturday, July 6th
7:00pm at Gilman Park, Joyann Parker Band
Other Events to be scheduled:
Frog-Jumping Contest at Three Rivers Park
Baseball Games at Memorial Field
Breakfast at the Ballfield (Memorial Field)
Bingo, Beer, and Brats at the Mellen City Garage
Live Music at Memorial Field
Kids Money Scramble
Kiddie Parade
Annual 4th of July Parade @ noon
Fireworks – lit off at Water Tower Hill @ dusk