Nothing says Independence Day like an exciting fireworks show. Learn where to enjoy this iconic summer holiday just south of Indy.
1. Visit Sparks in the Park at Johnson County Park on June 27 to enjoy live music at the amphitheater, inflatables, food, beer, wine and a fireworks show to conclude the night. The event is from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for those 13 years old and older.
2. Greenwood’s largest event of the year, Freedom Festival, will be on June 28 from 4 to 10:30 p.m. This free event includes a parade, vendors, local food and beer and a show-stopping fireworks display to conclude the evening. This year, a drone light show will be featured in addition to the fireworks. Head to Craig Park to see it all.
3. Franklin is celebrating the holiday with Franklin Firecracker Festival at the amphitheater at Youngs Creek Park on July 3. They’ll have food vendors and a beer and wine garden starting at 5 p.m., live music starting at 5:30 p.m. (with Blue River Band at 7 p.m.), and a fireworks show starting at 10:10 p.m.
4. Enjoy fireworks, food trucks, bounce houses, a car cruise-in and live music at Edinburgh Firecracker Festival on July 4 from 5 to 9 p.m. Fireworks will be launched by the water tower on School Hill around 10 p.m.
5. On July 5-6, enjoy a full weekend of patriotic fun at Mallow Run Winery during Red, White & Blueberry Festival. To celebrate the season, they’ll be releasing their famous blueberry wine and blueberry hard cider. The weekend will also be filled with music. On Saturday you can hear a concert by The Bishops at 7 p.m. with fireworks following. The Saturday car charge is $10 per car after 5 p.m. On Sunday, My Yellow Rickshaw will be performing from 2 to 5 p.m.
Bonus:
Bargersville will be hosting a drone light show on June 28 as part of Stars Over Bargersville. Enjoy food and live music from 6 to 10 p.m., then finish the night with an exciting drone display. This alternative to fireworks is cool to watch and, because it is silent, is great for pets, veterans and those with sensory issues.
Another great spot to see fireworks and enjoy entertainment and food will be at Mt. Pleasant Christian Fellowship on July 4.
Looking for even more ways to fill your summer with fun? Check out our event page here.
