It’s hard to believe that the 4th of July is only one week away! It’s time to break out the red, white, and blue attire and take your family to one of these star-spangled events.
We’ve already covered all the amazing places to watch fireworks around Indianapolis. Below find information for all the fun festivals and celebrations taking place before the firework finale.
4th of July Celebrations near Indianapolis:
Brownsburg Lions Club July 4th Extravaganza
Dates: June 29 – July 4
Location: Arbuckle Acres Park, Brownsburg
Thrilling rides, fun games, and delicious food including the Brownsburg Lions Club Kitchen and Corn Tent.
Piney Freedom Celebration
Dates: July 1
Location: Piney Acres Farm, Fortville
Celebrate America’s birthday this 4th of July weekend at Piney Acres Farm!! The farm will be open to any and all farm friends on Friday, July 1st from 6-9 pm. As a thank you to our community for their continued patronage, this event is completely FREE!
Lights Over Morse Lake Festival
Dates: July 1-4
Location: Morse Reservoir, Noblesville
Lights Over Morse Lake spans 4 days and offers everything from a carnival, hot air balloon rides, concerts, a parade, and more. Find the whole schedule of events here.
Symphony on the Prairie: Star-Spangled Symphony
Dates: July 1-4
Location: Conner Prairie, Fishers
Pack your picnic and wear your red, white, and blue for the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s annual celebration of America. The ISO will salute all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces each night.
Glorious 4th at Conner Prairie
Dates: July 2-4
Location: Conner Prairie, Fishers
Join the citizens of Prairietown as they celebrate 60 years of American independence, but also hear how others have questioned just how free America is.
Independence Day Celebration at the Indiana Historical Society – Free Admission Day
Dates: July 2
Location: Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, Indianapolis
Join the Indiana Historical Society throughout the day for fun crafts and activities that explore some themes related to our country’s founding. Share stories of your celebrations, and what it means to be a citizen, and explore Indiana history through the Indiana Experience.
Westfield Rocks the 4th
Dates: July 3-4
Location: Grand Park Sports Campus, Westfield
Check out all of the great attractions at Westfield Rocks the 4th – the Park Department’s biggest event of the year! Expect great food, fun activities for the kids and family, and plenty of local retailers, and live entertainment!
Franklin Firecracker Festival
Dates: July 3
Location: Franklin Amphitheater, Franklin
Come to downtown Franklin for food vendors, entertainment, fireworks and more. The festival kicks off with food trucks and a beer garden starting at 2 p.m. The schedule also includes the Fastest Kid in Town Race at 6 p.m.
CarmelFest 2022
Dates: July 3-4
Location: Various locations in Carmel
CarmelFest is a beloved annual summer tradition for families and friends throughout Indiana. Come make special memories! Enjoy live entertainment and delicious festival food. Shopping at the unique marketplace. Sit together under the spectacular fireworks. And celebrate our country’s independence at the popular parade! View Festival Map
Independence Day Social at Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
Dates: July 4
Location: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Indianapolis
This Independence Day, visit the home of America’s Hoosier President and join us for a patriotic celebration for the whole family! Enjoy first floor tours of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site. Then, cool off with some ice cream for just $3 while playing fun yard games and listening to patriotic music.
Free to attend. Reservations are required.
July Fourth Celebration at Victory Field
Dates: July 4
Location: Victory Field, Indianapolis
The sights and sounds of America’s pastime come to life during our July Fourth Celebration at Victory Field. After the game, stick around for postgame fireworks before the city’s annual downtown fireworks.
