Friday, July 4: Celebrate America Day
Celebrate America Day
July 4, 2008
3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
As America celebrates Independence Day, the Festival will focus on the American athletes who have given great performances throughout the years. The grand finale will be a fireworks display just after the conclusion of the Men's 10K.
Free Spectator Shuttles – 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. to midnight
Autzen Stadium, 2727 Leo Harris Pkwy,
South
Festival Stage
3 p.m. to 4 p.m. – On the video screen: Showcase of U.S. athletes and the Butte to Butte highlights.
4 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Oregon Bach Festival presents Trio Voronezh.
5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Live coverage of meet.
10 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. – Fireworks
10:20 p.m. to 11 p.m. – Music by Samba Ja, ending with march out of the Festival.
Festival – 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Highlights include fireworks at 10 p.m.
Starting Block – 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Activities include: Join the red, white and blue party, make a necklace or get a temporary tattoo, or try out the NEOS electric interactive game.
3:30 p.m. Walking tour to Pre's Trail
Competition – 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Hayward Field opens at 4:30 p.m.
