Local Fireworks Shows Celebrate Independence Day
It’s that time of the year again, firework shows are returning for memorable summer evenings. We’ve scoured the area for the best free and local shows to enjoy this Independence Day. Check them out below!
Kokomo:
Haynes Apperson Festival:
When: 10 p.m. Saturday, July 2
Where: Foster Park, 721 W. Superior St.
Additional Information: Following the Big Bad Voodoo Daddy concert
Jackrabbits Games:
When: After the games on July 9, July 16, and Aug. 6.
Where: Kokomo Municipal Stadium, 400 S. Union St., Kokomo
Mercy Church:
When: 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 3
Where: Mercy Church, 726 N. 300 West, Kokomo
Additional Information: Free popcorn, cotton candy, lemon shake-ups, water and ice pops before the show!
Kokomo Speedway
When: Following the race Sunday, July 3
Where: Kokomo Speedway, 2455 N. Davis Road, Kokomo
Additional Information: General admission $15 Kids 12 and under free. Purchase tickets by clicking here.
Greentown:
When: At dusk Monday, July 4
Where: Howard County 4-H Fairgrounds, 610 E. Payton St., Greentown
Additional Information: No personal fireworks permitted
Tipton
God Bless the USA Fireworks Sky Concert
When: 10:04 P.M. Monday, July 4
Where: Tipton Co. 4-H Fairgrounds, 1200 S. Main St., Tipton
Marion
Gardens of Matter Park Independence Day Celebration
When: 5 p.m. Sunday, July 3
Where: Gardens of Matter Park 1 Matter Park Circle, Marion
Additional Information: Enjoy food vendors, face painting, and other family activities from 5 to 7 p.m. From 6 to 8 p.m. there will be live music from DJ Tony, with Cook & Belle taking the stage at 8 p.m.
Peru
Fireworks at The Park
When: 7 p.m. Monday, July 4
Where: Maconaquah Park, 1496 Strawtown Pike, Peru
Additional Information: Games and entertainment are taking place before and after the fireworks show, which begins at dusk.
Walton
Walton July 4th Festival
When: All day, kicking off at 8 a.m. Monday, July 4
Where: Various locations throughout Walton
Schedule:
8 a.m.: Walton Independence Day 5K Run/Walk at The American Legion Post 418
2 p.m.: Parade through town on Highway 35
4 to 8 p.m.: Car Show at Walton Fire Department
4 to 7 p.m.: Fish fry at Walton Christian Church for Lewis Cass Band
Dusk: Fireworks display - park along Highways 218 and 35 as well as Lewis Cass School