There are lots of ways to celebrate our Independence

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Some will celebrate on the Fourth of July, while others will celebrate before or after Independence Day, but there are plenty of Fourth of July events to choose from this year in Eagle Country. A running list of area Independence Day celebrations are listed below.
If there is a Fourth of July fireworks display in the area that is not listed please send the information to our Contact Us page.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27
AURORA
Light Up Aurora runs from 1:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Gabbard Riverfront Park. The event will feature live music from The Davey Hudson Band and Saffire Express, Beer Garden, Food, and Vendors. Fireworks at 10:00 p.m. (tune in to Eagle Country 99.3 for the firework soundtrack).
CLEVES
The Village of Cleves will celebrate America's 250th Birthday with a community-wide America 250 Homecoming Festival. The event begins at 1 PM at Cleves Community Park. The event will feature food, fun, games and live music. The day will be capped off with a fireworks display.
SATURDAY, JULY 4
BATESVILLE
Community Picnic will be held immediately following the Parade, which starts on Columbus Avenue and ends at Liberty Park. The picnic will include music, free hot dogs, and good company until approximately 12:30 PM
GREENDALE
The City of Greendale will host their annual Fourth of July Celebration on the July Fourth holiday itself. Enjoy a full day of activities at multiple locations in Greendale including a 5K Run/ Walk, kids’ fishing derby at Schnebelt Pond, kids’ bike parade, golf cart parade, live entertainment, beer garden, and a spectacular fireworks display capping off the evening at Greendale Park. Info: www.cityofgreendale.net.
HARRISON
Harrison's Independence Day Parade steps off at 10 AM at the Harrison Community Center. Whether you're representing a business, organization, sports team, community group, or simply want to join the celebration, parade applications are due by Saturday, June 27.
The Harrison VFW Post 750 will host its annual Thank a Vet Day. The event will run from 1:00 to 5:00 PM and features military vehicles on display, Huey Helicopter rides, DJ, Momma Nae's Food Truck, and a live broadcast from Eagle Country 99.3.
HIDDEN VALLEY
The Hidden Valley Lake POA Fourth of July Fireworks display will be held at dusk. There are two rain dates in case of inclement weather (July 5 and July 11). The Mayor's Boat Parade runs from 6-7 PM. HVL Kids Zone at the POA Building runs from 7:30-9 PM. More details at 2026 Hidden Valley Lake Fourth of July Events – Hidden Valley Lake
OSGOOD
Reading of the Declaration of Independence will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Damm Theatre.
PATRIOT
Fourth of July Parade lineup starts at noon. Parade at 2 PM. Rock Steady Band plays from 6-10 PM. Fireworks at 10:00. The event will feature food trucks and vendors. Tethered air balloon rides start at 6:30 PM and run for three hours. Cost is $15 for ages 12 and under and $20 for ages 13 and older.
RISING SUN
Stars and Stripes Celebration (rain or shine) at Front Street and Rising Sun Riverfront Park. The event runs from 4:00 to 10:30 PM and includes arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, DJ, 360 Photo Booth, Foam Happy Foam Zone and Fireworks. Live music by Groove Masters and The Whammies.

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