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DeSoto State Park Independence Celebrations


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This event finished on 01 July 2023


Lots of Ways to Celebrate Independence Weekend at DeSoto State Park

Independence Day Flag-Making Contest

June 29 – July 1

Make your own homemade flag using white foam board and natural materials to be judged in this fun contest. Materials & flag-making rules will be available at the campground pavilion starting Thursday, June 29. Flags can be turned in any day that week but MUST be turned in no later than 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 1 to be judged. Winners will be announced on DeSoto’s facebook page on Saturday July the 2. Free to participate and open to all ages!

Splish & Splash Pool Party

Friday, June 30 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Join the fun at DeSoto’s  10th Annual Splish & Splash Pool Party! Cool off in the Olympic-size pool, eat ice cream, & enter for door prizes!
Admission: $1.00 per person

Independence Day Parade

Saturday, July 1 beginning at 3 p.m.

This annual event is fun for both children & adults! Decorate your vehicle to show your spirit!
Begins at DeSoto’s Park Headquarters & ends in DeSoto’s Improved Campground in time for the Ice Cream Social. If you wish to ride along in your decorated vehicle, meet at DeSoto’s Park Headquarters at 2:45 p.m.  Free to participate!

Ice Cream Social

Saturday, July 1 at 4 p.m.

Bring your own favorite homemade ice cream or other desserts to share with your crew at the Campground Pavilion in DeSoto’s Improved Campground. Flag-Making Contest winners will be announced at the Ice Cream Social. Bring your own comfortable camp chair as seating is limited. Free to participate, & open to everyone! Campground gate will be open.

Where:

DeSoto State Park
7104 DeSoto Parkway NE
Fort Payne, AL  35967

For additional information:

Visit DeSoto State Park Independence Day Events web page or social pages.

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