July 4th Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations Around Columbus

“The Land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave…”

Celebrating the 4th of July is a big deal in Columbus! In addition to Red, White and Boom, which is one of the largest fireworks displays in the Midwest, there are so many July 4th celebrations, parades, and fireworks in Columbus in early July.

Several communities hold festivals and fireworks in the days leading up to the 4th of July, so you’ll have the chance to enjoy more than one! Check the links provided below once you decide which ones you’ll attend, as details, dates, and times could change.

4th of July Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations Around Columbus

Annual Powell Festival

June 24-25, 2022: Musical entertainment, merchants, food vendors, Kids’ Zone, activity stations, animal visits, rides, games, and a local beer and wine beverage tent – plus free fireworks on Saturday at 10:15 p.m. McClurg Properties Stage will feature two national headliners – Ryan Cabrera and The Spin Doctors.

Reynoldsburg Independence Day Festivities and Parade

July 1, 2022. The City of Reynoldsburg’s Independence Day Celebration in Civic Park! Come join us for a night of music, local food vendors, family-friendly fun, and a beautiful fireworks display at dark.

Red White & Boom Downtown Columbus Independence Day Celebration

July 1, 2022: Red White and Boom – All day along the riverfront ending with the most recognized firework display in the Midwest. This annual festival features music, entertainment, children’s activities, and food on the Scioto Mile, Nationwide Blvd., Long Street, and North Bank Park beginning at 10 am.

Famous Fortress Fireworks with Village of Obetz

July 1, 2022
6 pm – 11 pm Live music, food trucks, inflatables, and games starting at 6 pm, followed by fireworks at 10 pm!

Buckeye Lake Area Star Spangled Tradition (BLASST)

July 1, 2022: The show will be launched from Fairfield Beach at about 10pm

Frazeysburg Fireworks

July 1, 2022
10 pm: Fireworks at Frew Memorial Park.

Worthington Hills 4th of July

July 1-4, 2022

July 1 Stars and Stripes Softball Games, 5-8 p.m., Worthington Hills Elementary. No registration is needed; just show up and join a team, or spectate! Free hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, waters and sodas while supplies last!

July 2 Firecracker Trot 5K., Worthington Hills Elementary, Race Day Registration at 7:15 a.m. with an 8:30 a.m. start. All are welcome to cheer on participants of the Annual Firecracker Trot 5K!

June 3 Fun Fest at Worthington Hills Elementary. 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. This family friendly event features SuperGames, carnival games, a silent auction, Kona Ice, Food Trucks and more! More information on how to purchase tickets coming soon!

July 4 Fourth of July Parade, starting at 12:00 noon. This year’s parade theme is Live from Worthington Hills, it’s Saturday Night!

Granville Independence Day Celebrations; Parade, Fireworks and More

July 1-4, 2022: Daily Concessions/Rides/Free Entertainment. See schedule here; subject to change.

July 1: Streetfair opens. Party at Wildwood Park with Conspiracy from 8-10 pm, followed by fireworks at 10 pm.
July 2: Granville’s Got Talent, Food concessions, rides, activities
July 3: Streetfair, rides, concessions and music.
July 4: Parade, streetfair, rides, concessions and music. Games for All Ages with Famous Egg Toss.

Gahanna Parade, Family Day, and Fireworks

July 1, 2022. Independence Day Celebration at the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course. Starting at 5:30 p.m. with food and live music—headlined by the ever-popular Reaganomics—the event will culminate with the fireworks display at 10 p.m.

July 2, 2022. 2nd annual Red, White and Blue Block Party, presented by The Gahanna Foundation. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Gahanna Sanctuary and will feature live music.

July 4, 2022. The City’s traditional 4th of July Parade, presented by the Gahanna Lions Club

Picnic with the Pops: Patriotic Pops featuring the Air Force Band of Flight

July 2, 2022 at 8 pm: Enjoy an evening of patriotic favorites and a tribute to John Williams’ 90th birthday with songs from his famous scores including Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and more! The concert ends with the time-honored performance of “The Stars and Stripes Forever” and a brilliant display of fireworks.

Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening at this casual family-friendly event with the Columbus Symphony. Tickets are $36.75; $10.50 for children.

Picnic with the Pops and Richard Marx Columbus Commons credit: Randall L. Schieber

Grove City Independence Day Celebration

July 2, 2022

3:00 pm – 4:30 pm. The free Grove City Summer Sizzle concerts are sponsored by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department and feature a variety of entertainment by some of the best performances in central Ohio. Please bring a chair.

Dusk. Celebrate Independence Day with community fireworks. The launch begins at approximately 9:45 p.m., Saturday, July 2, simulcast on Qfm96, WLVQ-96.3. Fireworks will be launched from Murfin Fields.

Heath Star Spangled Celebration

July 2, 2022: 5:00 PM 10:30 PM. Free family-friendly celebration at Geller Park for Independence Day. Live entertainment, food, and activities for kids of all ages.

Hilliard Freedom Fest 4th of July Celebration and Parade

July 2, 2022: 5 pm – 10 pm. Hilliard’s biggest patriotic celebration, complete with live music, food trucks, and fireworks.

July 4, 2022: 9:30 am. The annual parade starts at Franklin County Fairgrounds, continuing through Old Hilliard. Register for the parade at the parade website.

West Jefferson Annual July 4^th Streetfest, Parade and Fireworks

July 2-4, 2022

July 2, 2-11 pm. Streetfest includes rides, food, live music at 7 pm
July 3, 2-11 pm. Streetfest includes rides, food, live music at 7 pm
July 4
11 am: Parade
12 pm-11 pm. Streetfest includes rides, food, live music at 6:30 pm.
10 pm. Fireworks

Whitehall Independence Day Celebrations

July 3, 2022 from 6 – 10 p.m. Fireworks viewing party at Whitehall-Yearling High School’s football stadium. A free shuttle will run on a loop between Beechwood, Etna Road and Kae Avenue Elementary Schools, New Life Church and the high school.

Please remember that the only entrance to the fireworks is at the main entrance to the football stadium. Tickets and/or proof of residency are required for entry. Tickets are available from City Hall (360 S. Yearling Road) until 5 p.m. on Friday.

Johnstown Fireworks

July 3, 2022: The City of Johnstown Fireworks will be set off at dusk. Pre-firework events will be posted as they become available.

Newark Independence Day Concert and Fireworks

July 3, 2022
The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnics and blankets for a fun-filled evening of music and entertainment. This event is free and open to the public. Parking is also free. A number of local vendors will be serving food and beverages.

6 p.m.: Independence Day Concert and Fireworks display at Martha Grace Reese Amphitheater with food and beverages for sale.

Dusk: Fireworks at OSU-Newark Campus (1179 University Dr).

Pickerington July 4th Celebration

July 4, 2022

10 am – Parade
10 pm – Fireworks. Launch site – Pickerington High School Central

Bexley Celebrations

July 4, 2022

8 a.m.: John Barr 5K, $30 advance registration fee/$35 on-site day of
9:30 a.m.: 4th of July parade, rain or shine “Land That I Love!”
6 p.m.: Community celebration (events, music, food, located at front lawn of Capital University) Tickets Required
10 p.m.: Fireworks (at Capital University)

Dublin Parade and 4th of July Concert featuring Gary LeVox

July 4, 2022

8 a.m. | Sherm Sheldon Fishing Derby presented by Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Location: Avery Pond (corner of Wynford Dr. and Avery Road)

11 a.m. | Independence Day Parade presented by COSI
Location: Metro Center — Historic Dublin

4:30 p.m. | Evening Celebration – Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts – wristband required
Location: Dublin Coffman High School, 6780 Coffman Rd, Dublin, OH 43017

Dublin residents and Dublin City Schools district residents are able to purchase stadium wristbands (bleacher seating) for $5 each beginning at noon Sunday, June 26. Wristbands can be purchased online or at the DCRC.

Any remaining wristbands will be made available to the general public starting July 1 and the price increases to $10 each. All wristbands sold on site will be $10 regardless of residency.

The Kids Zone, located just outside the stadium gates, offers a variety of inflatable activities for children (recommended for ages 2 to 12). Kids Zone tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the Dublin Community Recreation Center for $7 each. Tickets will also be available onsite for $10 each. A ticket allows unlimited play from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the event. You do not need a stadium or reserved table ticket to access the Kids Zone area.

9:50 p.m. | Fireworks presented by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Location: Dublin Coffman High School, 6780 Coffman Rd, Dublin, OH 43017

VASO 4th of July Party and Fireworks Viewing

July 4, 2022

Celebrate the 4th of July at VASO rooftop restaurant and bar at the AC Hotel Columbus Dublin (6540 Riverside Dr).

From 5 pm -12 am, enjoy a private evening of live entertainment, creative cocktails, and Spanish-inspired small plates as well as an option of its signature red, white and sparkling sangria — not to mention the best firework show in Dublin – with a front-row rooftop seat in the sky.

General admission tickets are $60, and include access to the rooftop patio, and two complimentary drink tickets. Indoor and outdoor tables, and private cabanas are available for purchase for the entire evening, and include a minimum spend. Purchase tickets on the VASO website.

AC Hotel Dublin VASO Rooftop

Groveport 4th of July Celebration

July 4, 2022. Parade begins at 11 am at Groveport Recreation Center followed by bands, games, and activities all day long on Wirt Road. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Delawa re 4th of July concert and fireworks

July 4, 2022. The Central Ohio Symphony will perform its traditional outdoor concert at Philips Glen on Ohio Wesleyan University campus beginning at 7:30 pm. Chair seating is available for $10 or BYO Blanket for free. Fireworks cap the day, beginning after the concert at about 10 pm.

Marysville Independence Day Parade

July 4, 2022: 10 a.m. Route begins at American Legion Park, travels East on 5th St. to South Plum St., turns West on 6th St. and ends at the Union County Courthouse parking lot.

New Albany 4th of July Parade, 5k, Festival, and Fireworks

July 4, 2022

8 am New Albany Independence Day 5k, Kids Run, and Toddler Crawl
11 am New Albany Independence Day Parade at the New Albany Primary School and end at the Church of the Resurrection.
6 pm Festival with family activities, games, clowns, characters, food trucks, and live music on the green space at New Albany Middle School, 6600 E. Dublin Granville Road. This free, family-friendly event features live entertainment, bounce houses, face painters, balloon twisters, and caricature artists. Food and beverages available for purchase from food trucks.
Dusk Fireworks

Ostrander 4th of July

July 4, 2022

10 am Parade
11 am – 8 pm Chicken BBQ and festival at BV West School and other activities including tractor pull, contests, live music, and more
Dusk Fireworks

Plain City 4th of July

July 4, 2022

9am – 12pm: Uptown Farmer’s Market
10 am: Parade
12 pm – 9 pm: Food and shopping vendors will be in the park.
Dusk Fireworks at Pastime Park (344-350 N Chillicothe St)

Short North Doo Dah Parade

July 4, 2022

11 am – 7 pm FREE live Music at the gazebo by the pond (Park St & Lincoln) from 11a to 7p. The party stop during the parade and will resume after the parade and go until about 7 pm.
1 pm Parade begins to celebrate Liberty & Lunacy! If you’ve never been to this wacky parade, you should check it out!

Sunbury Independence Day

July 4, 2022

8 am – 3 pm: Antiques, Arts & Crafts Fair on the Square sponsored by the Sunbury/Big Walnut Area Chamber of Commerce
10 am: Parade (Begins at Big Walnut High School)
11 am – 3 pm: Kids Zone on the Square sponsored by the Sunbury/Big Walnut Area Chamber of Commerce. Kid Zone Fee $5 per kid with a family cap of $20, hand STAMP (at entry gate) will provide your kid(s) unlimited access to Kids Zone!
12:30 pm: Hot Dog Eating Contest on the Square sponsored by Eagle Automotive and Wandle & Associates! Participants may register the day of the event on a first come, first serve basis at the gazebo on the square. You must be 18 years or older to enter, and sign a liability waiver & release before the contest begins. **WINNER WILL RECEIVE A CASH PRIZE – $100 for the winner, runner-up is $50.
6 pm – 10 pm: Big Walnut High School Festival
10 pm: Fireworks at the High School

Upper Arlington Fourth of July

July 4, 2022

6:30 am Wake up calls – UACA volunteers hustle through the streets of Upper Arlington to noisily announce that the much anticipated day of celebration has begun. Get personalized shout outs to your “favorite” UA residents for only $10.
9 am Parade
5 pm Party in the park featuring The Conspiracy Band
10 pm Fireworks at Northam Park (2070 Northam Rd)

Westerville 4th of July Run, Parade, Festival, and Fireworks

July 4, 2022

8 a.m. Rotary July 4th 5K Run/Walk and Children’s Fun Run at Westerville Sports Complex
10:30 a.m. Fourth of July parade, “Star Spangled and Strong” will step off on State Street
4 – 10 p.m. Independence Day Celebration Concert Series & Food Truck Festival at Westerville Sports Complex. Details
10 p.m. The Fireworks Show will be timed to patriotic music, simulcast live from the concert venue at the Sports Complex as it is broadcast by the Westerville radio station and event sponsor, 104.9 FM The River. Launched from Heritage Park, which will be closed. Watch from the Sports Complex for the best seats.

Worthington Family Picnic and Fireworks

July 4, 2022

4 p.m. – 9 p.m.: Rotary family picnic with giant inflatable SuperGames, activities by area scouts, music, and food at Thomas Worthington High School. Admission is free.
10 p.m.: City of Worthington Fireworks; best viewed from the Family Picnic area at Thomas Worthington, or at the football stadium to the west of the high school.

Thornville 4th of July Celebration

July 4, 2022

11 am: Parade
1 pm: Pet Show with cash prizes
1 pm – 5 pm: Activities including music, food, bounce house, and more.

Thunder in the Valley on the Hocking College Campus

July 4, 2022

10 pm: Thunder in the Valley Fireworks presented by Nelsonville Division of Fire. Parking is available at Hocking College, and plenty of seating is available on the fields and lots. No Parking will be permitted on Hocking Parkway or State Route 691. 3301 Hocking Pkwy. Nelsonville, Ohio 45764

Buying fireworks in Columbus

Did you know it’s legal to buy fireworks in Ohio, but it’s illegal to set them off in Ohio. Yeah – we don’t understand that either. And based on the amount of fireworks we hear from mid-June through mid-July, it’s especially surprising.

That said, if you are looking to buy fireworks around Columbus, here are some fireworks stores in Central Ohio

Phantom Fireworks of Kirkersville – 10442 Baltimore Rd SW, Millersport, OH 43046 (about 25 minutes from downtown Columbus)
Phantom Fireworks of Bloomingburg – 12973 OH-38 NE, Bloomingburg, OH 43106 (about 35 minutes from downtown Columbus)
Hamburg Fireworks Display Inc. – 2240 Hornsmill Rd SE, Lancaster, OH 43130 (about 35 minutes from downtown Columbus)
Prism Fireworks – 400 State Rt. 61, Marengo, OH 43334 (about 35 minutes from downtown Columbus)
Prism Fireworks – 12155 Old US Rte 35 NW, Jeffersonville, OH 43128 (about 45 minutes from downtown Columbus)
Chillicothe Fireworks – 2068 Hospital Rd, Chillicothe, OH 45601 (about 52 minutes from downtown Columbus)
J&G Fireworks – 10682 Camp Ohio Rd #9717, Utica, OH 43080 (about 55 minutes from downtown Columbus)