BLASST: Buckeye Lake Area Star Spangled Tradition

Celebrate the spirit of independence at Buckeye Lake with the Buckeye Lake Area Star Spangled Tradition (BLASST) on July 3rd! This beloved annual tradition lights up the water with a spectacular fireworks display, drawing visitors and locals alike for an unforgettable evening. As we honor America’s 250th birthday in 2026, this year’s celebration promises to […]
Freedom Festival

We’re celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with a bang! To commemorate the 250th anniversary of America, the Freedom Festival, Parade & Fireworks is bigger than ever! The day kicks off with a community parade with participants competing to show off their patriotic spirit! Live music, food trucks, a kids zone with inflatables, water slides, face painting, […]
Independence Day Concert and Fireworks 2026

The evening’s celebration showcases the Licking County 4-H Band pre-show performing outside on the campus grounds. The crowd-favorite fireworks display begins at dusk to the accompaniment of patriotic favorites performed live by the Heisey Wind Ensemble! This event is free and open to the public. Parking is also free. Several local vendors will be serving […]
AM 250 Ohio Celebration Shelby City Community Picnic
A community picnic for all City of Shelby residents and residents of surrounding communities.
Massillon Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate the 3rd of July with your family at our festive, family-friendly event! Enjoy an evening packed with fun activities, from face painting and games to delicious food trucks and live entertainment. As twilight falls, gather with loved ones for a spectacular fireworks show that will light up the night sky with dazzling colors and […]
Centerville – Washington Township Americana Festival

The 2026 Americana Festival begins Friday, July 3rd at 6 PM with Food Trucks, a Community Concert with live chorus and a full Rock Concert by Simply Queen, followed by a special America 250 Drone and Fireworks Show beginning at 9:30 PM. The Festival continues on Saturday July 4th with a 5k Run/Walk through Centerville, […]
Mechanicsburg Car Show & Summer Celebration

The Mechanicsburg Lions Club will host a classic car show at the Mechanicsburg Schools. There will be a parade and then a festival at Goshen Park. We will host the Ohio Village Muffins playing historic-style baseball. This will be a picnic location for Champaign County leading up to the fireworks display at dusk. The event […]
Magnolia Village Park Picnic

The picnic will feature Kemps Blacksmith Shop, The Magnolia Area Historical Museum, The Nest Cafe, games, music, and historic displays. Option to bring your lunch or purchase from The Nest Cafe, which is housed in the Historical Society’s Isaac Miler Inn. The event is free to the public.
City of Green FreedomFest

FreedomFest is the City of Green’s community festival to kick off the 4th of July holiday season. Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a full day of family fun activities, games, local food vendors, live music with headliner Crush, a Bon Jovi Tribute Band, skydivers, and fireworks! The event is free to the […]
4th of July Picnic and Children’s Parade

We are changing things up to celebrate America250! This year, APS will be offering breakfast of Red, White, and Blue “Freedom Toast” (topped with strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream or powdered sugar), sausage, and coffee/juice. Start your day at Ivester Park for breakfast and then stay to cheer the kids on during our 7th annual […]