Special Events- Town Celebrations

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Grand Island Recreation Department
SPECIAL EVENTS & TOWN CELEBRATIONS
Stay connected with us by checking out our Recreation website for the most up to date news on events and programs  https://grandislandny.myrec.com.

March/April
EASTER EGG HUNT:  9 a.m. at Veterans Park 1717 Bedell Rd
May
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES:  10:00 a.m. at Charles N. DeGlopper Memorial Park located at the intersection of Baseline Road & Grand Island Boulevard
June
TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS: Last Tuesday in June through the second Tuesday in August. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. at Town Common 2255 Baseline Rd.
July
THE DICK BESSEL RUN & KIDS RACE: 9:00 a.m.
INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE:  10:00 a.m. start, parade route along G.I. Blvd.
TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS: Concert at 6:30 p.m. at Town Common 2255 Baseline Rd.
PADDLES UP NIAGARA:  7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Beaver Island State Park
August
TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS: Concert at 6:30 p.m. at Town Common 2255 Baseline Rd.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT:  6:00 p.m. at Town Common 2255 Baseline Rd.
November
VETERANS DAY SERVICES:   November 11th, 11:00 a.m. at Veterans Park
December
LIGHT UP THE BOULEVARD:   Visit G.I. Chamber website for more info – https://gichamber.org/
Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Tuesday Summer Concerts 2026 
N/A N/A Tu  06/30/2026 - 08/11/2026
06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Marion Klingel Town Common 		$0.00 R
All concert start times will start 630pm and are subject to delay or cancelations due to weather conditions/rainouts.
 
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Dick Bessel Independence Day Run Information Only 
N/A N/A Sa  07/04/2026
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Marion Klingel Town Common 		$0.00 R
9am Dick Bessel Run. Road closures start around 830am. Re-open after Parade- 12pm. https://runsignup.com/Race/?raceId=45903
https://score-this.com/running.php
 
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2026 Parade information only  
N/A N/A Sa  07/04/2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Marion Klingel Town Common 		N/A

**Parade Spectator Policy (General public) To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants and spectators, please follow these guidelines: 1. Stay Off The Parade Route o All spectators must remain on the side of the parade route. o Do not enter the parade route or cross the roadway during the parade. 2. No Approaching Parade Units o For your safety, do not enter into the parade route or approach moving vehicles, floats, performers, or animals. 3. Children Supervision o Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. o Keep children safely away from the parade route and moving units. 4. Animals o All pets must be leashed and under control. o Do not allow pets near the parade route or performers. 5. No Confrontations o Maintain respectful behavior toward staff, participants, volunteers, and fellow spectators. o Aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the event. **Thank you for helping us keep the parade safe and enjoyable for everyone!
 
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Paddles Up Event 2026 (Information only) 
N/A N/A Sa  07/25/2026
07:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Beaver Island State Park - Shelter 2B 		$0.00 R, $0.00 NR
Information only.
Registration required- Online
 
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Golden Age Center- Holiday Happenings Community Event 
N/A N/A Sa  10/17/2026
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Community Center (Rental For Community Service / Non-Profit Organization) 		$0.00 R, $0.00 NR
 
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Light Up The Boulevard 
N/A N/A Sa  12/05/2026
03:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Marion Klingel Town Common 		$0.00 R, $0.00 NR

Information Only- https://www.gichamber.org/light-up-the-boulevard

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