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July 4: The celebration of this great nation’s independence. Every year, small towns and big cities across America celebrate in their own fashion on this special holiday. In Indiana, there is no shortage of excitement on Independence Day. From festivals to parades to fireworks, and more, check out these events for the perfect 2019 Fourth of July in Indiana!
Head down to Carmel, Indiana, this Fourth of July the Carmel Ro and celebrate this country’s freedom. For the kids, check out the Carmel Fest Kid Zone, which offers so many kid-friendly activities such as tae kwon do, dance parties, and more! There will also be a zip line, magicians, and dance troupes! Feeling hungry? Check out some of Indiana’s awesome food vendors at CarmelFest’s Food Row which includes a selection gyros, corn on the cob, chicken skewers, fried Twinkies, and funnel cake! Don’t forget to watch the fireworks, which will launch at 9:45 p.m.!
If you’re looking to do something fun this holiday and have seen your fair share of fireworks already, head over to Whiting, Indiana, and check out their annual Fourth of July parade. The parade starts at 10 a.m. and ends in Whiting Lakefront Park. The parade features a new theme every year that the whole family is guaranteed to love.
Come visit the small town of Walton, Indiana, for some Fourth of July fun this year! It is an all-day event starting with the 5K run/walk, followed by the abundance of vendors in downtown Walton. Also in the events lineup is a huge parade, delicious fish fry, car show, and a fireworks show in the evening. This event is a great time to meet up with your friends and family and celebrate in the best way possible. There is something to please everyone here.
Looking for something a little unique to do with the family this Fourth of July? In addition to stopping by and checking out the Fourth of July festival in Walton, head up to Twelve Mile, Indiana, in northern Cass County for the Twelve Mile 500. Instead of running or walking, this race features something a little unique to Indiana. The Twelve Mile 500 is Cass County’s annual lawn mower race. That’s right. Lawn mowers. From Briggs and Strattons to other modified engines, come watch these machines power their way through 48 laps!
Looking for something a bit more kid-friendly? For this Fourth of July holiday, load up the kids and take a trip to the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, located off North Delaware Street in Indianapolis. The cost of admission is free for all ages, so come on out and enjoy some good old-fashioned family fun! Enjoy delicious ice cream for $3 (all proceeds go directly to the site), and participate in vintage games such as croquet or hoops and graces. For the history buffs, take a tour of the historic Benjamin Harrison home and step back through time!
Starting July 4, and continuing through July 6, come visit the small town of Cicero, Indiana, for some awesome Fourth of July fun! Located throughout various locations in Cicero, such as Morse Lake, Community Park, Hamilton North Public Library, and on the historic Main Street, there are unlimited activities to choose from! Stop by the Community Park every day for the Huesman Carnival, and be sure to stop the Cicero Christian Church for an outdoor family friendly movie!
Come on down to historic Newburgh, Indiana, and spend your Fourth of July holiday at the Old Lock & Dam Park off Highway 662. It’s an “old fashion” community celebration with summer games, plenty of local food vendors, National Anthem and flag raising, as well as live music, and of course the firework show! Admission is free. Check out summer social games and great musical performances.
This is one festival you don’t want to miss! Head over to Pekin, Indiana, and help them celebrate their annual Fourth of July celebration! From food courts to flea markets, rides, and games, there is so much to do at the celebration. Don't miss out on the incredible fish dinner, the reading of the preamble of the Declaration of Independence, and of course, the great firework display!
Come check out Linton, Indiana, this Fourth of July weekend and see Indiana’s largest Independence Day parade! There are so many different events to choose from at the Linton Freedom Festival, such as arts and crafts, a carnival, lip sync contests, and bed races! Enter your adorable babies in the Baby Freedom, Miss Sparker and Mr. Firecracker Contests, and check out the Keith Enochs Old-School Project, featuring live entertainment. The Linton Freedom Festival is one for the whole family this Fourth of July!
Head on over to Miami County and visit Peru, Indiana’s July 4th Celebrations. Grab your sneakers because this event kicks off with the Firecracker 5K. Whether you plan on running or walking, this event is a great activity for the whole family and will get you jazzed for the Peru Fire Department Car, Truck & Bike Show that follows! After you catch your breath, head over to the Riverwalk to honor the men and women in uniform with this exciting car show. There will be plenty of food vendors, classic 50s-60s era music, and awards going on!