Nazareth, PA—To mark the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Moravian Historical Society, the Nazareth Economic Development Commission, and the County of Northampton Department of Community and Economic Development are hosting a free community festival on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This community celebration will feature a patriotic program, living history demonstrations, the Nazareth Farmers Market, and live music on the 3-acre historic site where Nazareth started in 1740.
The day kicks off with Nazareth’s Annual Kazoo Parade, a beloved tradition where everyone is invited to join in the fun. Parade participants gather at the Nazareth Area High School on Center Street at 8:00 a.m. for some live music. The parade steps off at 9:00 a.m. and marchers will play patriotic songs as they make their way to the Whitefield House. This year, in honor of America’s 250th birthday, the Brandywine Colonials Fife and Drum Corps will lead the parade. The Brandywine Colonials are dedicated to preserving America’s patriotic musical heritage through educational programs and performances.
Visitors can take a tethered hot-air balloon ride (weather permitting) thanks to Unity Bank.
We are thrilled to have two of the Lehigh Valley’s favorite bands performing: TimeWhys and the Craig Thatcher Quartet featuring Billy Wear, Chico Huff, and Cliff Starkey.
There will be lots of free patriotic activities for the kids, including Colonial games, crafts, and presentations of Nazareth Area School District’s Fifth Grade Colonial Days Projects.
Free parking is available at the Nazareth Area High School where a shuttle bus will take you to the Moravian Historical Society.
The Nazareth Farmers Market will relocate for the day to the Moravian Historical Society, where additional vendors will be set up.
Thank you to the presenting sponsor C.F. Martin & Co. and to Mario Andretti for sponsoring our wonderful musicians. Thank you to the children’s activities sponsors: Fidelity Bank; Morningstar Living; Peters Mortiz Peischl Landes Brienza; and Embassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley. Additional support is provided by the Hotel Tax Grant Program through the County of Northampton Department of Community and Economic Development.
Founded in 1857, the Moravian Historical Society (MHS) preserves, interprets, and celebrates the rich culture of the Moravians. MHS maintains the 1740–1743 Whitefield House and the 1740 Gray Cottage, the oldest surviving Moravian structure in North America. Recognized widely for its significant collection, the museum offers permanent and changing exhibitions, educational programs, guided tours, and public activities.
Information provided to TVL by:
Susan Ellis
