Port Angeles sets Fourth of July fun

The Port Angeles Downtown Fourth of July event is set for 11 a.m.-11 p.m., with events for the whole family.

From noon-11 p.m. on the city pier, enjoy baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and classic cars.

Along with food vendors, the pier hosts an apple pie-eating contest at noon, visits from the PA Lefties baseball team, displays from Ruddell Auto, live music (1:30 p.m., Luck of the Draw; 3:30 p.m., Buck Ellard Band; 8 p.m., Fat Chance) and a beer/wine garden.

A Kids Zone, open noon-5 p.m. at the Gateway Center, features face-painting, a cupcake walk, “Selfie Station,” a workshop hosted by The Home Depot, Art Masters mentoring, bike helmet give-away, dance show and more.

Pirates in the Park, hosted by Peninsula College from noon-6 p.m. at Waterfront Park, features fun sports plus entertainment from a marimba band.

Vendor booths are set up from noon-5 p.m. and include local food, crafts, clothing and furniture; vendors call 912-2738 for information.

The Firecracker 5k and 10k runs are set for a 1 p.m. start at the city pier.

The grand parade is set for 6-7:30 p.m. through downtown Port Angeles.

Capping the festivities is Fireworks on the Bay, set for an estimated 10:15 p.m. start.