Highland County’s America 250 Celebration

Highland County is proud to invite residents and visitors to join in a special America 250 celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States in Highland County on Friday, July 17, and Saturday, July 18, 2026. Join us for a meaningful community event that brings history to life with engaging presentations, courthouse tours, community […]
Miami County Liberty Next Generation Kids Camp – America 250 theme

Miami County Liberty’s Next Generation Liberty Kids Camp. Free for children ages 7-16. Join us for a fun, hands‑on evening celebrating America’s history and heroes! Kids will rotate through exciting stations where they can ride vintage trucks, write letters to service members, create flag crafts, and get moving with a mini boot camp. Along the […]
The Spirit of America: Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence and Community Celebration

Americans in all 50 States, 5 Territories, and the District of Columbia will read the Declaration of Independence together, commemorating the 250th anniversary of its first public reading. Cuyahoga County will proudly participate in this collective experience and invites residents to join the celebration on Public Square, as we share in the American spirit. The […]
Ada Patriotic Pops Concert

The Lima Symphony Orchestra will be performing several patriotic songs, some show tune songs, Hang On Sloopy, and the Armed Forces Salute to honor those service men and women who have served our country. The concert will last approximately 90 minutes with an intermission. The public is asked to bring their lawn chairs for seating […]
America 250 Freedom

The City of Mansfield invites residents and visitors to join in a community-wide celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary with a full day of Fourth of July events, honoring the nation’s history while celebrating Mansfield’s rich heritage. All events are FREE and open to the public. Rededication of the 1881 Vasbinder Fountain, Picnic in the park […]
Village of Dennison Celebrates America’s 250th with the AkronSymphonic Winds

Enjoy music by Bernstein, Copland, Ellington, and more at the Akron Symphonic Winds Concert at Heritage Park on July 11 at 7:30 PM. Sit back, relax, and enjoy great music by Northeast Ohio’s professional wind ensemble dedicated to bringing communities together through music. The event is free to the public.
Freedom Celebration

The Firecracker 5K Run Walk (pre-register required $35/$15) begins at 9 am; Food Vendors/trucks and organizations onsite front 2-11; Ignite the Night live outdoor concerts start at 2:30 (first band Arctic Clam plays until 5:30; last band Not Fast Enuff plays 7:30- fireworks end); HEROhustle (celebrities in inflated dino suits from 6-7); fireworks at dusk […]
Beats of Independence
For America-Ohio 250, celebrate our country’s Independence with patriotic music provided by our own Snarin’ Aaron. Get ready for an epic 4th of July with these favorite American classics! The event is free to the public.
The Room Where It Happens Movie and Bingo
Don’t throw away your shot! Join us as we watch this musical movie about one of the founding fathers. As we watch, complete a movie-themed bingo with phrases and iconic moments from the movie. Prizes will be awarded. This event is free to the public.
Free Tours at the Baseball Heritage Museum!

Celebrate America 250 by learning the history of America’s favorite pastime! From July 13th to July 19th, visit the Baseball Heritage Museum for free tours. The Baseball Heritage Museum is located in the former ticket office at League Park, the oldest standing baseball park in the country, in Cleveland, Ohio. The museum’s exhibits include the […]