BOOM! Just like that 4th of July celebrations are back. Parades, festivals, and lighting up the night sky are just some of the amazing aspects of how Cincinnati celebrates Independence Day.
Here’s all the intel you’ll need on the who, what and where to see fireworks in Cincinnati.
Fireworks on July 2nd
Madeira Independence Day Parade and Celebration
Madeira Mile: 4:30pm; Parade: 6:00pm; Festivities at McDonald Commons Park- (food, beer, entertainment, fireworks)
Fireworks on July 3rd
Fairfield Red, White & Kaboom
Due to current restrictions, there will only be the firework show. There will not be any planned events in the parks such as food trucks, concerts, etc. Harbin Park will be close and be cleared of the public at dusk. All other parks will close at their normal times (dusk) including Village Green. The fireworks show has been designed to help increase the viewing area throughout Fairfield by utilizing bigger shells and a larger shooting zone. The fireworks show will last approximately 20 minutes. Enjoy the fireworks with members from your same family at home! Our goal is to provide a fun and memorable experience in the safest manner possible.
LaRosa’s Balloon Glow at Coney Island
Get up close with more than a dozen, dazzling hot-air balloons lighting up against the night sky followed by a spectacular fireworks grand finale. Enjoy all of Coney Island’s favorites like Sunlite Pool, Cannonball Cove, and Twister. PLUS, challenge yourself on the brand new inflatable obstacle course, the Challenge Zone!
Freedom Fest and Fireworks in New Richmond
Dates: July 2 and July 3, 2022 (Fireworks 10pm on the 3rd)
Celebrate our independence this year at New Richmond Ohio’s “Freedom Fest” presented by Humana and VFW Fred Calaway Post 6770. All of the events are family friendly and will be spread out over a day and a half.
Taps, Tastes, and Tune at VOA Park
Date: July 3, 2022 (for fireworks)
Join us for a fun-filled weekend of live music, great food, cold beverages, and activities for the whole family including an extravagant 4th of July Fireworks (on July 3rd) show presented by the West Chester Township on Sunday night at 9:00 p.m. Admission for all three days and the fireworks show is free. More information can be found here!
Fireworks on July 4th
Colerain Township’s 4th of July Spectacular
A spectacular evening of music and fireworks, the Rumpke/Colerain 4th of July Spectacular presented by Northgate Mall is dedicated to our residents and truly represents our fine community. We are a large community with a small town feel and we want to give our community an event that honors that! Back-to-basics, hometown Americana, family-oriented (no alcohol) event that celebrates our Country and this great place we call home!
Red, White and BOOM! with the Cincinnati Pops
Celebrate the music of America this Fourth of July at Riverbend with John Morris Russell and the Cincinnati Pops! You’re invited to gather the family and enjoy an all-American program with music from George Gerswhin to James Brown and more—PLUS spectacular fireworks after the show. Tickets from $15; Just $5 for military and FREE lawn tickets for kids 17 and under. Buy them here!
Harrison Fourth of July Fireworks
The Harrison Recreation Commission has planned an evening of fun including a parade, fireworks, live music and other entertainment. Food, drinks and adult beverages will be available for purchase. There will be free family activities including a cornhole tournament, face painting and more. Find more details and times here!
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Red White & Blue Ash
Coming July 4th, Red, White & Blue Ash returns with a spectacular Independence Day live music and fireworks show. Multi-platinum artist Gavin DeGraw is going to headline this Independence Day Celebration at 8:15pm with fireworks following at 10pm.
Sawyer Point Summer Concert Series Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrate the Fourth of July at Sawyer Point! Enjoy live music, food and drinks and fireworks by the river at the Summer Concert Series. More info for 2022 coming soon!
Stricker’s Grove 4th of July Celebration
The 4th of July event is Stricker’s Grove most popular open to the public days. Enjoy rides, food, friends and family and cap the day off with fireworks! Admission to the park is free but parking and ride tickets are small fees. Check out the pricing options here! More info for 2022 coming soon!
Wyoming July 4th Celebration
Parade begins at noon followed by a block party at the Village Green featuring live music and local food specials – 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks will be at Oak Park at 9:45 p.m.
Ault Park Annual Independence Day Fireworks
Start the day off with watching the children’s parade and contests at 11am. From 6pm to 11pm enjoy food trucks, kids activities, live music, and fireworks when the sun goes down!