The 4th of July is a time to enjoy family, friends and fireworks! We’ve rounded up the top Independence Day events in Kentucky to give you plenty of chances to celebrate with your favorite people. Grab your red white and blue gear and explore everything there is to do in Kentucky for the 4th!
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Campbellsville: Campbellsville-Taylor County 4th of July Celebration
Campbellsville’s 4th of July Celebration is a great place to celebrate the birth of our nation with great food, contests, concerts and children’s events.
When: 30 June – 4 July 2022
Where: Campbellsville, Kentucky (various venues)
For more information: Full schedule and event website
Shepherdsville: Bullitt Blast Shepherdsville City Fair
Enjoy two days of live music, good food, great events and fireworks! Admission and parking are free. Live bands will perform each night and there will be an inflatable village for all ages and thrill levels as well as carnival games and adult gaming.
When: 1-2 July 2022
Where: Shepherdsville City Park, Shepherdsville, KY
For more information: Bullitt Blast Website
Crab Orchard: 4th of July Celebration
Crab Orchard’s beloved annual 4th of July celebration will feature 2 days of fun events such as a car show, vendors, cake walk, ice cream eating contest, parade and fireworks.
When: 1-2 July 2022
Where: Downtown Crab Orchard
For more information: Facebook
Murray: Freedom Fest
Celebrate Independence Day in Murray, KY with a jam-packed weekend of events. There will be a parade down main street, plenty of fun activities for kids, live music, vendors booths and more. Freedom Fest will finish with a big Fireworks Extravaganza. Fireworks can be viewed anywhere along Hwy 641 North near Kroger, Walmart or the Chamber of Commerce.
When: 1-4 July 2021
Where: Murray Kentucky, Various venues
For more information: Tour Murray Website
East Bernstadt: Wildcat Offroad Park 4th of July Celebration
4th of July celebration with fireworks and live music.
When: 2 July 2022
Where: Wildcat Offroad Park
For more info: Facebook
Rumble Over the Rough
Once again fireworks will light up the night over the Rough River Dam State Resort Park this 4th of July weekend. This fireworks show is one of the best 4th of July fireworks shows in Kentucky and is worth checking out if you are in Western Kentucky. There’s tons to do at Rough River Dam State Resort Park, so come early and make a day of it! Or book a room at the lodge and stay the whole weekend!
When: 2 July 2022
Where: Rough River Dam State Resort Park, Falls of the Rough
For more information: Read more about Rumble Over the Rough here
Campbellsville: Green River Marina Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
Green River Marina will have their annual fireworks show over Green River Lake at dark.
When: 2 July 2022
Where: Green River Marina, 2892 Lone Valley Road, Campbellsville, KY
For more information: Event Website
Fort Thomas: Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks
The city of Fort Thomas will host an Independence Day Celebration in Tower Park. Enjoy shopping, drinks, kids activities and music. The parade will start at 10:30 at Highland United Methodist and will follow the Avenue all the way to the Midway District. Fireworks will begin at 10pm.
When: 2 July 2022
Where: Tower Park, Fort Thomas, KY
For more information: Facebook
Madisonville: 4th Fest and Praise in the Park
Baseball, music, fireworks and more are on the schedule for Madisonville’s 4th Fest – the premier summer celebration for Hopkins County, KY. There will be two stages of entertainment, food trucks, a beer garden (Saturday and Monday only), a fireworks display each night and additional activities.
When: 2-4 July 2021
Where: Madisonville, KY
For more information: Visit Madisonville Website
Falmouth: Pendleton County 4th of July Parade
Starting from the Pendleton County Fairgrounds at 1pm, this parade will include classic cars and trucks, floats, UTVs, motorcycles, horses, tractors, walking groups, bicycles and much more.
When: 2 July 2021
Where: From Pendleton County Fairgrounds to Main Street, Falmouth
For more information: Facebook Event
Bowling Green: Thunderfest
The annual Thunderfest Independence Day Celebration is planned for July 2 (rain date July 3). There will be children’s activities, food, drinks and a large fireworks extravaganza. Gates open at 4, kids zone activities begin at 4:30. Fireworks begin at about 9:30.
When: 2 July 2022
Where: National Corvette Museum, Bowling Green, KY
Tickets: $25 per carload, proceeds benefit charity, Event Website
Louisville: Crescent Hill 4th of July Celebration
The neighborhood of Crescent Hill will host a family-friendly Independence Day festival featuring Fireworks, an art show, a Children’s fun zone with inflatables, live music, pet concert, and more.
When: 3-4 July 2022
Where: Peterson Dumesnil House, 301 S. Peterson Ave, Louisville, KY
For more info: Facebook
Liberty: 4th of July Concert and Celebration
Free concert at Court House Square in downtown Liberty. Food vendors, free live concerts and fireworks. Concert line-up includes Andrew Walters, Crossing Conton, Derrick Wesley with Multi Ultra and Luke McQueary with Kelley’s Heroes. Fireworks begin at 10pm and will be visible from Central Kentucky Ag/Expo Center and downtown.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Downtown Liberty
For more info: Facebook
Edgewood: 4th of July Extravaganza
The city of Edgewood will host a parade and other fun activities for the 4th of July. This year’s parade theme is “Standing Strong; Hometown Heroes.” Other events include a 5K Race, a free concert and fireworks at Freedom Park.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Edgewood
For more info: City of Edgewood Website
Georgetown: Independence Day Parade
The city of Georgetown will host their July 4th parade followed by activities at Royal Spring Park.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Georgetown, KY
For more information: Event Website
Wilmore: City of Wilmore Festival of the 4th
The city of Wilmore will host a 4th of July festival with a parade, food, crafts, games and family fun.
When: 4 July 2021
Where: Wilmore, KY
For more information: Event Website
Fort Mitchell: Independence Day Parade
The city of Fort Mitchell will host their annual Independence Day Parade.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Fort Mitchell, KY
For more info: Fort Mitchell Website
Owensboro: All-American 4th
Owensboro will host their popular All-American Fourth of July Festival on July 4th.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Owensboro, KY
For more information: Event Website
Danville: Danville-Boyle County 4th of July Fireworks
Enjoy the Danville-Boyle County 4th of July Fireworks at Millennium Park. The fireworks are set to start at dusk.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Millennium Park, Danville KY
For more information: City of Danville Facebook
Richmond: 4th of July Celebration
The Richmond Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back the annual 4th of July Celebration. There will be free swimming, free mini golf, crafts, food, live music and much more leading up to the 10PM fireworks display.
When: 4 July 2021
Where: Lake Reba, Richmond, KY
For more information: Facebook
Owensboro: 4th Fest
Find inflatables and other activities for kids inside the Owensboro Convention Center’s exhibit halls. Then, enjoy the best seats in town to see the City of Owensboro’s All American 4th of July fireworks over the riverfront. Concessions available on site.
When: 4 July 2022
Where: Owensboro Convention Center
Tickets: From $9, OwensboroTickets.com
Monticello: Fireworks at the Wayne County Fair
The 2021 Wayne County Fair includes 7 days of fun-filled activities for people of all ages to enjoy. The fair runs from July 2-9. Casey’s Rides will join the fair with rides on Monday, July 4th and that will also be the night to see the fireworks show.
When: 4 July (for fireworks show), 3-10 July (for other fair activities)
Where: MWC Park, Monticello, KY
Tickets: $10 per person, Wayne County Fair Website
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