INDIANA/ILLINOIS (WTWO/WAWV) — With Independence Day approaching quickly, many organizations around the Wabash Valley have announced various events.
People throughout the Valley will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate Independence Day with races, cookouts, and of course, firework shows.
A list of events around the area that the community can enjoy has been compiled below:
This list is not exhaustive and is subject to update throughout the season.
- Firework Show at the Sycamore Winery
- What: People in the community are invited to celebrate the 4th of July at the Sycamore Winery’s 6th anniversary. People can expect food trucks, live music, and fireworks.
- When: Saturday, July 1 | 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Where: The Sycamore Winery
- Fireworks at Cecil M. Harden Lake
- What: Come out to see a firework show over the lake
- When: Saturday, July 1 | 10:00 p.m.
- Where: Cecil M. Harden Lake in the Raccoon State Recreation Area
- Sullivan County Park and Lake 4th of July Celebration
- What: Fireworks over the Lake Freedom Festival, Bounce houses, vendors, and fireworks
- When: July 1 | 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
- Where: Sullivan County Park
- Griffin Bike Park’s Inaugural Freedom Feast
- What: Enjoy speakers, a silent auction, and a dinner in celebration of the park’s completion. The keynote speaker of the event is Sammie Lee Davis, the individual who inspired the character of Forest Gump.
- When: Monday, July 3 | 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Where: Operating Engineers Local 841 Hall
- The Mile Race
- What: The annual race starts a mile north of the Stadium, on Brown Blvd, and finishes by the Stadium grounds. The race consists of 6 heats.
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 8:15 a.m. (first heat)
- Where: Indiana State University’s Memorial Stadium
- Bridgeton Mill’s 200-Year Celebration
- What: Live bluegrass music starting around 12:00 p.m., shopping, food, pottery demonstrations, woodworking demonstrations, and more!
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Where: Bridgeton Mill
- Brazil Rotary Club 88th Annual July Celebration in Forest Park
- What: Enjoy food, live music, rides, fireworks, and more.
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 3:00 p.m.
- Where: Forest Park Brazil, Ind.
- Terre Haute Independence Day Celebration
- What: The community is welcome to enjoy food, vendors, live music, and a firework show. The Parks and Recreation Department asks attendees to leave pets, personal fireworks, and alcohol at home.
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 6:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Where: Fairbanks Park
- Rosedale American Legion Fireworks
- What: People in the community are welcome to come and enjoy a family picnic and a firework show
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Where: Rosedale American Legion Post #290 Auxiliary
- City of Marshall Fireworks
- What: The City of Marshall is hosting a local firework show
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 9:00 p.m.
- Where: Clark County Fairgrounds
- Peoria 4th of July Fireworks (Red, White, & Boom)
- What: People can enjoy a 30-minute firework show
- When: Tuesday, July 4 | 9:30 p.m.
- Where: Peoria, Ill. Riverfront
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