It’s hard to believe that the 4th of July is almost here! We have rounded up several of the fun festivals, parades and fireworks that the Indianapolis area has to offer!
Downtown/Central
Fourth Fest: July 4th, Downtown Indianapolis
This event begins at 6:00 pm with food trucks, ice cream stands, beverages, and a Kids Zone on Meridian Street. And don’t forget the main event – fireworks! Fireworks begin just after 10:00 pm.
North
Spark! Fishers: June 26th-27th, Fishers
A two-day festival with live music, the annual Spark!Fishers Car + Art Show, free concerts and live entertainment, a drone show, fireworks show, and of course the return of the annual Spark!Fishers Street Festival and parade on Saturday!
Star Spangled Symphony: July 2nd-4th, Conner Prairie in Fishers
Enjoy an evening of patriotic music by Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra at Conner Prairie. Each evening ends with a fireworks finale.
Carmel Fest: July 3rd-4th, Carmel
An outdoor festival at Carmel Civic Square on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th. The full schedule, including parade and fireworks, is on their event website.
Westfield Rocks the 4th: July 4th, Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield
This event has vendors, music and even a kids zone! It begins at 4:00 pm at Grand Park with fireworks at 10:00 pm.
Lights Over Morse Lake Festival: July 1st-4th, Cicero
This event includes a festival with local vendors, a carnival, outdoor movies, a 5k run, live music and so much more! Fireworks begin at 10:00 pm on the 4th.
Fireworks Around Fishers: July 4th
Event information can be found on the Fishers Parks website about the following locations: Nickel Plate District, Hamilton Southeastern, and Geist Reservoir.
Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks Festival: July 4th, Noblesville
Downtown Noblesville will transform into a sea of flags, floats, and festive spirit for their Fourth of July Festival. The celebration kicks off with a patriotic parade through the historic downtown square, followed by the Fireworks Festival at Forest Park — featuring live music, kids’ activities, local food vendors, and one of Central Indiana’s most spectacular fireworks shows.
Whitestown Independence Day Celebration: July 3rd, Whitestown
Join us for the annual Independence Day celebration in Whitestown on Friday, July 3rd at Eagle Church. Bring your family and friends to enjoy delicious carnival-style food, ice cream, live music from Soul Street, inflatables (additional cost), and fantastic fireworks!
4th of July Celebration: July 4th, Lions Park in Zionsville
Come at 5:00 pm (parking lots open at 4pm, $8 per car) to Lions Park in Zionsville and you can enjoy live music, yummy food, fun and games for kids, and their fireworks display at 10:00 pm.
West
Hendricks County Ribfest + BBQ: June 27th, Avon
From 10:00 am-10:00 pm, enjoy food, kids activities, a touch-a-truck event, hot air balloons, a petting zoo, and more! Fireworks begin at dark.
Brownsburg Lions Club 4th of July Extravaganza: June 29th-July 4th, Brownsburg
This festival includes carnival rides, live music and more! The carnival is from June 29th through the 4th and on the 4th – the parade begins at 10:00 am, the concert is at 7:30 pm, and fireworks begin at 10:00 pm.
Night at the Park in Avon: July 3rd, Avon Town Hall Park
This event will be held from 6:00-10:00 pm on July 3rd at Avon’s Town Hall Park. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and a fireworks show!
East
New Pal Summer Fest: June 27th-28th, New Palestine
You can check out the New Pal Summer fest event page for all the info. You can experience live music, kids activities, and local vendors. Enjoy!
Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks: July 5th, Greenfield
Come to Beacon Hill on Saturday, July 5th to celebrate! From 4:00-10:30, enjoy live music, vendors, and fireworks begin right after 9:30 pm.
Fortville Summerfest & Fireworks: July 19th, Fortville
Things kick off at Fortville Summerfest with yoga at 8:00 am and the fun day includes delicious food, a kid zone, and face painting. The night ends with fireworks at dusk.
South
Greenwood Freedom Festival: June 27th, Greenwood
A parade starts the day at 4:00 pm and then food and beverage booths, live music, a kids zone, and back this year – a drone show! Check out their website for the parade route, live music info, and more!
Red, White and Blueberry Festival: July 4th-5th, Mallow Run Winery in Bargersville
A family friendly event with food, music by The Bishops, and all things blueberry wine and cider – head to Mallow Run from July 4th to 5th to celebrate! Check the website for times and schedule of events.
Franklin Fireworks Festival: July 3rd, Franklin Amphitheater in Franklin
Enjoy plenty of food vendors, entertainment and more! The festival begins at 5:00 pm and fireworks will start at 10:10 pm.
All American Day at the Park: July 3rd, Beech Grove
This event includes local vendors, starting at 5:30 pm. The event concludes with fireworks at approximately 10:00 pm.
Got a favorite local 4th of July event that’s not on the list? Share with us!
