Richmond will come together in a powerful display of community spirit as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with Hands Across Our City on June 13, 2026. This special event invites residents, families, veterans, and visitors to line the downtown loop and take part in a symbolic commemorative flag passing around the city, beginning in the Depot District. The morning will feature a mayoral proclamation, the National Anthem, and a community-wide moment of connection as the flag travels through downtown Richmond.
Throughout the day, several locations across downtown will host activities celebrating our shared history and community pride. Featuring live music and food trucks in the Depot District photos with cast members from Richmond Civic Theatre’s production of 1776, to family activities at Wayne County Veterans Park, the celebration offers something for everyone. Join us as we honor our nation’s past, celebrate our community, and take part in a historic moment for Richmond.
EVENT: Hands Across Our City: America’s 250th Celebration
DATE: June 13, 2026, Downtown Richmond, IN
PROCLAMATION & FLAG PASSING EVENT:
11:00 am - Begin lining up around the loop. Small American flags for all in attendance.
11:50 am - Mayor to deliver 250th Celebration proclamation in the Depot District (Under the Bridge).
11:55 am - National anthem at Jack Elstro Park & Depot District (Under the Bridge).
12:00 pm - Begin passing the commemorative flag around the city along the loop. Flag begins in the Depot District.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
Richmond Farmers Market at Jack Elstro Park
9:00 am to 12:00 pm - America’s 250th Celebration themed Farmers Market.
Depot District (Under the Bridge)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm - DJ Billy Elvis, food trucks, VFW hat giveaway (while supplies last). RHS Drumline, Northeastern HS face painting. Horse drawn carriage rides.
Jack Elstro Park
11:00 am to 12:30 pm - Food trucks, VFW hat giveaway ( while supplies last)
10th & Main St
11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Take your picture with some of the cast members from the Richmond Civic Theater production of 1776.
Wayne County Veterans Park
12:30 to 4:00 pm - Family activities will include:
- Community Handprint Mura
- Food Trucks
- Kids Activities