BRISTOL, R.I. (WPRI) — America's oldest Independence Day parade kicked off from the corner of Chestnut and Hope streets at 10:30 a.m. in Bristol. A parade goer in Bristol. (Shaun Towne/ WPRI-TV) The town is hosting its 239th annual Bristol 4th of July Celebration this year. MORE: Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in RI, MA To make way for the historic parade, there will be a number of parking restrictions and road closures in place. Chestnut and Naomi streets along with Sherry Avenue will be closed to traffic starting at 7 a.m. Hope Street and Poppasquash Road will be closed off starting at 8 a.m. The town says there will be large lots open to the public for parking at the corner of Hope and Gooding. You can read what streets will be closed to parking by clicking here. NEXT: US Navy ship visits Bristol, offering tours Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW