Grab the family and head to these great events of your choosing to celebrate Independence day throughout the Tri-State:
Thursday, July 2
Madeira Independence Day
Parade at 7:00 p.m., fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
Sellman Park
American Salute
Cincinnati Contemporary Jazz Orchestra and other acts begin at 6:00 p.m. with fireworks to follow
Burnet Woods Trailside Nature Center
Friday, July 3
Cincinnati Reds Fireworks Friday
The Reds play the Brewers at 7:10 p.m. followed by fireworks and a live performance by the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra. The Reds are also playing on Saturday at 7:15 with fireworks to follow.
Great American Ballpark (fireworks visible from either side of the river)
Independence Day Celebration on Fountain Square
Fireworks from 9:45 to 10:15 p.m.
Fountain Square
Florence, Kentucky Celebrates Independence Day
Kids’ activities and food booths open at 5:00 p.m. Music by The Gamut begins at 7:00 p.m. with fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
Florence Government Center
LaRosa’s Balloon Glow at Coney Island
Hot air balloons will go out from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m., fireworks will be at 10:00 p.m.
Coney Island (fireworks over Lake Como)
Fireworks at King’s Island
Cookout from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; rides are open until midnight on Friday. There will also be fireworks on Saturday night, July 4.
King’s Island Amusement Park
Florence Freedom Fireworks Friday
After the 7:05 p.m. game versus the River City Rascals, fans can enjoy a GI Joe-themed fireworks show
UC Health Stadium
Fairfield Red, White and Kaboom
Music starts at 7:30 p.m., fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
Village Green Park, Fairfield Aquatic Center and Harbin Park (fireworks at Harbin Park)
Mount Healthy Fourth of July Fireworks
Live music, food trucks, and the Red, White and Blue Kids Parade will kick off at 5:00 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.
City Park
Saturday, July 4
4th of July Jam at Washington Park
Live music starts at 3:00 pm. with fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
Washington Park
City of Independence Fourth of July Celebration
Festival happening both Friday and Saturday with fireworks at 10:00 p.m. on Saturday night
Memorial Park
Edgewood Annual Fireworks Celebration
Volleyball tournament and parade with a concert by Red Idle at 7:00 p.m. Fireworks to follow (around 9:30 p.m.).
Parade ends at Presidents Park; fireworks and volleyball at Freedom Park
Red, White and Blue Ash Celebration
Gates open at 4 p.m. with music from DV8 and the Doobie brothers starting at 5:30 p.m. and fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
Summit Park
Independence Celebration
Cornhole tournament and classic car show alongside live music from Iconyx, Carter New, Colour of Rhythm and Blessid Union of Souls starting at 2:30 p.m. with fireworks at 10
Tower Park in Fort Thomas
Loveland Firecracker Festival
Enjoy live music until fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
Nisbet Park
Wyoming July 4th Celebration
Enjoy live music here, too, until fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
Oak Park
Harrison Fourth of July Celebration
Parade at 10 a.m., with family entertainment beginning at 5:00 p.m. This includes food, activities for the kids, free games and live music from Gen X
Community Center Grounds
Ault Park Independence Day Fireworks
Children’s parade at 11 a.m. Concessions will be available at 6:00 p.m. with live music beginning at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks starting at 10:00 p.m.
Ault Park
Red, White and Boom!
An All-American celebration featuring the Cincinnati Pops and string trio Time for Three starts at 8:00 p.m. with fireworks to follow
Riverbend Music Center (Corbett Pavilion)
Play it safe
Whether you plan to go to one of these events or host your own fireworks party, remember to talk to your kids about fireworks safety.
Report illegal fireworks and download materials to promote fireworks safety in your community at the National Council on Fireworks Safety.
Here are some basic tips for your family:
Obey the law and read the label of any fireworks you purchase to ensure proper handling.
Never give fireworks to a child.
Wear safety goggles and keep a bucket of water and hose nearby.
Only light one firework at a time outside and back away – never turn your back on a lit firework.
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