Are you looking for ways to celebrate July 4th in and around Louisville, Kentucky?
We have all your Independence Day fun in East Louisville and surrounding areas — fireworks, parades, community picnics, and more — rounded up right here for you! We have events both in East Louisville and events worth traveling to! You will find all these and more on our Local Event Calendar.
Here are many ways you can find your family fun and celebrate Independence Day
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Independence Day Eve at the Louisville Bats
July 3rd, 7:05 pm
Slugger Field
Details: Kickstart your Fourth of July a day early! Watch the Bats as they wear their stars and stripes uniforms and enjoy an extended post-game fireworks!
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Fireworks Cruise
July 4th, 8:00 pm
Belle of Louisville Riverboats
Details: Enjoy a spectacular view when you watch Waterfront Park fireworks show from the river.
Pricing
$45.99 Adults Ages 13-64
$43.99 Seniors Ages 65+
$29.99 Children Ages 3-12
Free Infants Ages 2 & under
What’s included
- 2 hour cruise
- Live music
What’s not included
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Highlights
Embark on a unique cruise along the scenic Ohio River. Unwind on the cruise, complemented by a gentle breeze and refreshing cocktails
Accessibility
- Wheelchairs can access the first deck of the boat.
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Play America! Sponsored by Jasteka Cultural Center
July 5th, 6:00 pm
America Place at River Ridge, Jeffersonville
Details:
- 6:00 - 8:00 PM - Food Trucks & Family Field
- 8:00 - 10:00 PM - Louisville Orchestra Concert Conducted by Teddy Abrams
Join us for The Louisville Orchestra's free Independence Day Weekend Community Concert, "Play America". This family-friendly event promises an evening filled with music, food trucks, and free fun activities. The Louisville Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Teddy Abrams, will present a vibrant mix of classical and contemporary pieces. Tickets are free but registration is recommended. Register HERE
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Springs Park Summer Festival
June 5th, 6:00 pm
Springs Park, La Grange
Details: Join us at Springs Park on Friday, July 5th for the Springs Park Summer Festival sponsored by Kasselmann Family McDonalds!
It is a night full of family fun! The LaGrange Main St Program will be set up and have Trackside Tunes under the pavilion. There will be several food and drink options in the parking lot. Bounce houses, splash pad/playground, DJ, cornhole, and a photobooth!
To cap the evening off, we will have fireworks over the park at 10pm!
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Bullitt Blast City Fair
June 28th-29th
Shepherdsville, KY
Details: Get ready for the most anticipated event of the year! City of Shepherdsville and Shepherdsville/Bullitt Co. Tourist Convention Commission is thrilled to announce the Annual Bullitt Blast City Fair, a spectacular celebration for the whole family. Mark your calendars and join us for TWO days filled with fun, FREE RIDES, food, and festivities.
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Shake the Lake
June 29th, 5:00 pm
Shelbyville, KY
Details: Annual festival and fireworks
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Riverview Independence Festival
June 29th, 5:00 pm
Riverview Park
*5:00pm - Live Music, Food, Splashpad, Kids' Activities
*10:00pm - Fireworks!
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Thunder in the Hills
July 6th, 5:00 pm
Douglass Hills neighborhood
Get ready for the neighborhood's ultimate bash, Thunder in the Hills! Soul Kitchen will be cranking up the tunes this year! And hold onto your taste buds, we've got an exciting array of food trucks rolling in: The Cookie Cabin, Hot Dog Engine 502, Made in Brazil, DonutNV, King Gyros, Kona Ice, Alchemy, Bert’s SpeakCheezy, and Boss Hog BBQ. Don’t miss it!
5:00 PM - Food Trucks
6:00 PM - Soul Kitchen
9:00 PM - Fireworks
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Anchorage 4th of July Firecracker 5K Walk/Run
July 4th, Registration: 8:30 a.m., Event: 9:00 a.m.
Anchorage KY
Details: Annual 5K
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Fanfare for the 4th, Singing for America
June 30th, 3:00 pm
Beargrass Christian Church - 4100 Shelbyville Rd • Louisville, KY 40207
Details: Annual Multimedia Choral Cinema Presentation of America. Enjoy this American historical retrospective and revel in the power of stirring patriotic songs & visuals!
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Fireworks over Owl Creek Country Club
July 3rd, Dusk
Anchorage, KY
Details: Annual Fireworks show
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The City of New Albany’s Shoreline Independence Day Celebration
July 3rd, 6:00 pm
New Albany, IN
The City of New Albany’s Independence Day Celebration is set for July 3, 2024. This free event features live music, fireworks, food, drinks and activities.
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Louisville Waterfront Fourth
July 4th, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Waterfront Park, Louisville KY
Details: Waterfront Park and Jou Jou Presents are gearing up for an exciting Fourth of July celebration that will offer a new twist this year: Waterfront’s Most Talented! – a variety show that will feature talented singers, dancers, musicians, and performing artists from all disciplines. It’s an opportunity to celebrate local and regional talent right on our own front lawn for the Park’s 25th
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Independence Day Celebration at Locust Grove
July 4th, 10:30 am
Louisville, KY
Details: Experience civics, democracy, and citizenship at Historic Locust Grove on the 4th of July!
Celebrate Independence Day with a meaningful, engaging day focused on civic engagement and citizenship. The event's highlight is our Naturalization Ceremony, where we will warmly welcome new citizens into our community. Enjoy family-friendly activities, educational exhibits, and interactive discussions that explore the values of independence and active citizenship. This event is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a citizen and the true meaning of Independence.
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Crescent Hill July 4th Celebration
July 4th, 10:30 am
Peterson Dumesnil House
The Crescent Hill 4th of July Festival offers family fun and entertainment for all ages. Come stroll the many booths of the Art Fair to find that one-of-a-kind treasure! Enjoy the Food Court's various food trucks, ice cream vendors, and craft beer selections. Take a chance on the Cake Wheel, or enjoy the many activities in the Children’s Fun Zone – including FREE Children’s Games. Enjoy some live music, and come celebrate the 4th of July with Crescent Hill!
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Kentucky Kingdom’s Red White & Bluegrass Bash
July 4th-6th
Kentucky Kingdom
Details: Soar, splash, and kick off the Fourth of July weekend with a BOOM! Kentucky Kingdom’s Red, White, and Bluegrass Bash commemorates Independence Day weekend with daily fireworks and unique food through July 6th. Hear rich sounds by day as live music fills the air and play by night with extended operating hours. Join us for the ultimate birthday bash at Kentucky Kingdom as America turns 248!
This event is included with your park admission or Season Pass. Buy your tickets early and save more on family fun this summer!
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Anchorage Independence Day Parade and Picnic
July 4th, Registration 3:30 p.m., Parade 4:00 p.m.
Anchorage KY
Details: Annual parade and picnic
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4th of July Parade and Celebration of Freedom in Downtown Jeffersonville
July 4th, 10:00 am
Downtown Jeffersonville, IN
Details: We hope to see you for Jeffersonville’s 4th of July Parade, called Jeffersonville Celebrates Freedom — it’s on Thursday, July 4th at 10am. It will be in the 100-500 blocks of Spring Street in Historic Downtown Jeffersonville. Come cheer on the parade entries or enter in the parade!
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City of Prospect's 4th of July Community Celebration
July 4th, 6:00 pm
Cowley Park, Prospect KY
Details: This event will begin with a parade at 6 pm. Fireworks to begin at dusk (approx. 9:40 pm.
This event will feature:
- The Swing Street Big Band
- Train Ride and Bouncy Houses for the kids
- Independence Day freebies
- Kona Ice frozen treats
- Food trucks
- The Fireworks Extravaganza!
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Fourth of July in Paristown
July 4th, 4:00 pm
Downtown Louisville
Details:
• Fourth of July Outdoor Market: 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
• Ticketed Gates Open: 4:00 p.m.
• The Crashers: 6:30 p.m.
• Paristown Fireworks Show: 9:45 p.m.
General Admission: $15 ADV | $18 Day-Of
Includes general admission access to Christy's Garden, Brent Street, GA bars, food hall eateries, and outdoor vendor market. One personal lawn chair per person is permitted in designated areas only.
• Children ages 10 & under free with each ticketed adult. Limit one child per ticketed adult.
• No outside food & beverage, coolers, large bags, or weapons of any kind are permitted.
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St. Matthews Independence Day 5K
July 4th, 8:00 am
St. Matthews Baptist Church
Details: Join us at 8:00 am on Thursday morning, July 4th for the St. Matthews Independence Day 5K. This race (course unchanged) has its origins back to the late 1970's in what was then called the St. Matthews Pavement Pounder. This fun and fast timed race begins and ends at St. Matthews Baptist Church (3515 Grandview Avenue). Lots of awards, door prizes, and food! Walkers and virtual runners are welcome!
Proceeds benefit St. Matthews Baptist Church's "Love 40207" program and St. Matthews Area Ministries (St. MAM).
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Firecracker 5K Run/2 Mile Walk
July 6th, 8:00 am
Schamback Park, Westport KY
Details: Join Oldham County Parks and Recreation for the Firecracker 5K run/walk. The run/walk will start and finish at Schamback Park (6617 Main St., Westport, KY 40077).
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Hope you all have a happy -- and safe! -- July 4th holiday in and around Louisville, KY!
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