Walhalla celebrates America’s 250th birthday

Kids enjoy the inflatable attractions set up in Riverside Park during Walhalla's Fourth of July celebration. Borderland Press Photo

Kids enjoy the inflatable attractions set up in Riverside Park during Walhalla's Fourth of July celebration. Borderland Press Photo

The Bjornstad family brought the boom to Walhalla's Fourth of July parade, decorating their float with patriotic colors and festive flair as they joined the community celebration along Main Street. Photo by Larry Stokke

The Bjornstad family brought the boom to Walhalla's Fourth of July parade, decorating their float with patriotic colors and festive flair as they joined the community celebration along Main Street. Photo by Larry Stokke

Kids dive into a mountain of foam during the popular foam party at Walhalla's Fourth of July celebration. Photo by Larry Stokke

Kids dive into a mountain of foam during the popular foam party at Walhalla's Fourth of July celebration. Photo by Larry Stokke

A Ford Bronco kicks up dirt during the Bronco races held as part of the Pembina Hills Show & Shine and North Border Bronco Celebration in Walhalla. Photo by Larry Stokke

A Ford Bronco kicks up dirt during the Bronco races held as part of the Pembina Hills Show & Shine and North Border Bronco Celebration in Walhalla. Photo by Larry Stokke

Borderland Press Photo

Borderland Press Photo

Walhalla residents and visitors gathered July 3-5 for a community-wide celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday. Activities began with the Walhalla Chamber’s “Party in the Park” at Riverside Park, featuring bounce houses, lawn games, a cupcake walk, an ice cream social, food trucks, a bubble dance party and a family movie night for families and children. The weekend also featured the Pembina …