The Fourth of July is a time when Americans come together to celebrate with fireworks, barbecues, and festive gatherings. Here in Madison County, there’s no shortage of exciting events to help you mark the occasion. We’ve rounded up all the local celebrations in one place to make it easy for you to plan the perfect Independence Day!
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Frankton Fireworks
Date/Time: Wednesday, July 1 | 6:00 p.m.
Location: Frankton Elementary School | 1303 E Clyde St, Frankton, IN
Come out to the Frankton Elementary School on July 1st for a great fireworks show! There will be vendors and food trucks beginning at 6 pm.
Anderson Air Spectacular & Chesterfield Fireworks
Date/Time: Friday, July 3 | 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Anderson Regional Airport | 282 Airport Rd, Chesterfield, IN
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of high-flying excitement at the Anderson Air Spectacular! Hosted by Anderson Regional Airport and presented by Mayor Thomas Broderick Jr., this patriotic celebration returns on July 3, 2026, bringing thrilling aerial performances and family-friendly fun to the community.
Gates open at 5:00 p.m., the Air Spectacular begins at 7:15 p.m., and the fireworks show begins at dusk around 9:30 p.m.
Annual 4th of July Parade
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 12:00 p.m.
Location: Chesterfield, IN
Join the Chesterfield Police Department to celebrate freedom, community, and America at the Annual 4th of July Parade.
4th of July Figure 8 Madness
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 4:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Anderson Speedway | 1311 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Anderson, IN
Experience one of Anderson Speedway’s most exciting traditions this Fourth of July! Watch the action unfold with Knapp Supply Ford Figure 8, Front Wheel Drive Figure 8, and Prairie Farms Trailer races. Gates open at 4 p.m., with racing beginning at 7 p.m. The night will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day.
4th at the Falls
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 4:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Location: Pendleton Sports Complex | 615 Falls Park Dr, Pendleton, IN
Celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th anniversary at the annual 4th at the Falls in Pendleton! Enjoy an evening filled with two live bands, food vendors, a beer garden, the Golf Cart Parade, and a spectacular fireworks show at the Pendleton Sports Complex. Join us as we honor 250 years of America with a fun-filled hometown Fourth of July celebration for all ages!
Independence Day at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing and Casino
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 5:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino | 4500 Dan Patch Cir, Anderson, IN
Celebrate Independence Day at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing & Casino with an evening of family-friendly fun and patriotic entertainment. Enjoy live music from My Yellow Rickshaw, who will perform the National Anthem around 5 p.m. before a free concert from 6–9 p.m. Guests can also enjoy harness racing, food trucks, oversized yard games, and appearances by Uncle Sam on stilts throughout the evening. The celebration concludes with a free fireworks show after sunset. Active and retired service members and first responders can receive a special $25 offer at Caesars Rewards, and casino guests will have opportunities to win a share of $65,000 in prizes throughout the day.
City of Elwood Fireworks
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 6:00 p.m.
Location: Elwood High School | 1137 N 19th St, Elwood, IN
Join us for Elwood 4th of July Celebration at the high school. Activities and food trucks begin at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at dusk.
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 6:00 p.m.
Location: Summitville Elementary School | 405 E Mill St, Summitville, IN
Amazing fireworks show! Fun for the whole family! Food, fun, and community spirit begin at 6 p.m., and fireworks at sunset.
City of Anderson Independence Parade & Celebration
Date/Time: Saturday, July 4 | 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Anderson | 1217 Meridian St, Anderson, IN
The evening kicks off with the annual parade, followed by a lively celebration featuring a Corey Cox concert at 8:30 p.m., inflatables, kids’ activities, games and prizes, a petting zoo, food trucks, and more. The City of Anderson fireworks will begin at 10:00 p.m. Be sure to bring a lawn chair, along with family and friends, for an exciting night of fun!
More events to be added once announced!
