4th of July – Fireworks and Events in Cincinnati {2024}

Get ready for Independence Day with this listing of 4th of July events and fireworks in Cincinnati.

The list of celebrations is loooong for July 4, 2024. Who’s ready?!

Here are the best 4th of July fireworks, parades, and festivals in Cincinnati and the surrounding areas:

July 3, 2024:

Colerain Township’s 4th of July Spectacular
Date: July 3, 2024, Event starts at 7pm; fireworks
Head to Drew Campbell Memorial Commons (4160 Springdale Rd., 45251) for this evening of fun. They’ll have food trucks, a kids play area, touch-a-truck from the Fire Department, music from Second Wind, and fireworks. Free admission, free parking, and free shuttles.

Fairfield Red, White & Kaboom
Date: July 3, 2024, Fireworks at 10pm
Start the evening off at Village Green Park with the Fairfield Farmers Market, food trucks, and the Cincinnati Circus from 4-7pm. At 7pm, head to Harbin Park to watch the band (Walk of Shame at 7:30pm), enjoy food trucks, and see the fireworks at 10pm.
Harbin Park will be closed to vehicular traffic. 

4th of July Event in Blanchester
Date: July 2-4, 2024
Stay tuned for the juiciest details about our cornhole tournament, an array of awesome vendors, mouthwatering food trucks, live music that’ll have you dancing all day, and much MORE!

Green Township Independence Day Fireworks and Concert
Date: July 3, 2024
Kuliga Park is home to this event, starting at 6:30pm. Fireworks at dusk.

Madeira Independence Day Parade and Celebration
Date: July 3, 2024
Celebrate America’s birthday with the Madeira Mile: 5:30 pm; Parade: 6:00 pm; Festivities at McDonald Commons Park- (food, beer, entertainment); Fireworks at 10:00pm

Newport Blast
Date: July 3, 2024
This summer, Newport on the Levee, meetNKY, and BB Riverboats are bringing a brand-new Independence Day celebration to Northern Kentucky in conjunction with the city of Newport. Dubbed “Newport Blast,” the event will be held at The Levee, where guests will experience the spirit of Americana with a carnival-themed extravaganza followed by a Rozzi Fireworks and Drone Display.

Red, Rhythm, and Boom (Mason)
Date: July 3, 2024
Enjoy a live performance by Sister Hazel (6pm) followed by a performance by Spin Doctors (8pm). The event starts at 4pm and includes kid zone activities such as a 9-hole putt-putt course, slides and bounce houses, carnival games, a trackless train, and more. Expect to see a wide selection of food truck options as well as adult beverages (for sale). Entertainment on the stage starts at 6pm. Fireworks at 10pm. Lawn seating is first come first serve (starting at 3pm).

Sparks in the Park (Milford)
Date: July 3, 2024
Their Independence Day celebration is scheduled for July 3rd from 7-10pm at Riverside Park Ballfield.  The Independence Day event includes live music, special event DORA cups, soda and water, food, and more. Live music starts at 7pm. Rozzi’s Fireworks go off at 10pm.

July 4, 2024:

Ault Park Fireworks
Date: July 4, 2024
Join in on July 4th for a day filled with family fun and an evening celebrating freedom and our Founding Fathers. There will be food trucks, kids activities and live music throughout the day. 11am-10pm.
Where: Ault Park, 5090 Observatory Circle, 45208

City of Loveland’s Independence Day Celebration
Date: July 4, 2024
The Independence Day Celebration event will feature a parade (7pm), live music from The Trailer Park Floosies at Nisbet Park Amphitheater (8-10pm), kid zone (4-6:30pm), food trucks (4-10pm), Game Show Battle Rooms at 5 and 8:30pm, a Pie Eating Contest at 8:30pm, Bingo, and more. Fireworks at 10pm.
Where: Nisbet Park, 126 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, OH 45140

City of Montgomery Independence Day Parade and Festival
Date: July 4, 2024
The day starts with a parade at 10am, followed by a celebration until 2pm. The parade route runs east along Cooper Road from the Junior High to Montgomery Road and then north to Schoolhouse Lane. Stick around for food, entertainment, and family fun!
Where: Montgomery Park, 10101 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, Ohio 45242

Covington’s 4th of July Festival at Sisters of Notre Dame
Date: July 4, 2024; 1-5pm
Celebrating its 102nd year, this festival includes live entertainment, children’s games, raffles, a 4th of July Market, and more.
Where: 1601 Dixie Highway, Covington, KY 41011

Edgewood 46th Annual 4th of July
Date: July 4, 2024
Parade starts at 9:30am. Grand Marshall will be Boy Scout Troop 779 and Honorary Grand Marshall Mr. Jon Draud. Freedom Park is the site for the fireworks and free concert. The Derek Alan Band will perform at 7pm followed by fireworks at dusk.
Where: Freedom Park. 550 Freedom Park Dr, Edgewood, KY 41017

Fire Up the Fourth in Blanchester
Date: July 3-4, 2023
July 3 events include live music, a pie eating contest, corn hole tournament. July 4 events include a parade, more live music, a free circus, and fireworks at dusk.

Ft. Mitchell 4th of July Parade (KY)
Date: July 4, 2024
The parade will start at 12:30pm. Site says “Orphanage Road to Dixie Highway to Beechwood Road”.

Ft. Thomas Independence Day Celebration (KY)
Date: July 4, 2024
The day starts off with a 5k. A parade follows (10:30am) and then they’ll have a concert, food trucks, and activities starting at 6pm. Enjoy live music from Mad Costanza from 5:30pm to 7:30pm and The Sly Band from 8pm to 10pm. Fireworks will be at 10pm at Tower Park.

4th on the Loop in Sharonville
Date: July 4, 2024
They’ll have a parade at noon followed by the After Party on Creek Road between Main Street and Reading Road. Join in for a great celebration with music, food, inflatables and more. Parade starts at the corner of Reading and Sharon Roads.

Freedom Fest and Fireworks in New Richmond
Dates: July 4-6, 2024
Celebrate our independence this year at New Richmond Ohio’s “Freedom Fest” presented by VFW Fred Calaway Post 6770. All of the events are family friendly. Fun includes a parade, Armed Forces boat race, live music, and more. Fireworks at 9:30pm on July 6.

Hamilton’s July 4th Celebration
Date: July 4, 2024
The parade begins from Butler County fairgrounds at 10am. Various historical sites open in the afternoon. Free Concert at Riversedge with That Arena Rock Show at 8:30. Fireworks begin at 10pm and are viewable along the river bike trail.

Harrison Fourth of July Parade
Date: July 4, 2024
The parade will be led by Grand Marshal Archie Mason. 
Where: downtown Harrison

Kings Island Independence Day Fireworks
Date: July 4, 2024
Be immersed in our breathtaking fireworks spectacular set against the backdrop of the Eiffel Tower and Orion giga coaster. Hundreds of drones, dazzling lasers, a choreographed fountain show and our iconic fireworks will paint the night sky in red, white and blue -perfectly capping off your day full of fun and adventure.
Where: Kings Island, 6300 Kings Island Drive, Kings Island, OH 45034

Liberty Township 4th of July Parade
Date: July 4, 2024, starting at 9am
The parade will start at Lakota East High School and end at Liberty Junior School.

Northside 4th of July Parade and Rock-n-Roll Carnival
Date: July 4-6, 2024
30 bands, food, vendors, adult beverages from MadTree and more!
The 4th of July Parade will kick off an hour earlier this year, starting at 11am.
Where: Hoffner Park, 4101 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223

Norwood Hometown Fireworks
Date: July 4, 2024
Where: Shea Stadium, 2603 Harris Ave, Norwood, OH 45212

Red, White & Blue Ash
Date: July 4, 2024
Live music returns for Red, White and Blue Ash. 2024 artists include Motherfolk (6pm) followed by Judah & The Lion (8:15pm). The night sky (and the Observation Tower) will light up with the region’s biggest and best fireworks show from Arthur Rozzi Pyrotechnics starting at 10pm! The score will be simulcast on WARM 98.5.
In addition to the music and fireworks, festivities begin at 4pm and include local food trucks and restaurants, a MadTree Brewing Beer Garden, a variety of carnival rides and games, a business expo, and much more.
Where: Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Rd, Blue Ash, OH 45242

Sayler Park Fourth of July Bike Parade
Date: July 4, 2024
Head to Sayler Park for a bike parade, 10-11am. They’ll have a bike decorating contest going on too!

Stricker’s Grove 4th of July Celebration
Date: July 4, 2024
Admission to park is free. Ticket costs vary for the rides. Parking extra. Food and drinks available for purchase or bring you own to enjoy under the covered shelter.

Taps, Tastes, and Tunes in West Chester
Dates: July 4-6, 2024
Enjoy live music with Lit on July 5th and Nine Days plus The Smithereens on July 6th (and more bands throughout the weekend). Free admission.
Fireworks on July 5.
Location: VOA Museum, 8070 Tylersville Rd., 45069

Wyoming July 4^th Celebration
Date: July 4, 2024
The parade begins at 10am. The parade will line up on Oak Avenue, then go west on Wyoming Avenue, north on Springfield Pike, east on Wentworth Avenue, south on Burns Avenue and then east on Wyoming Avenue.   After the parade, an award ceremony will take place at the Village Green. Head to Oak Park in the evening for obstacle course, bounce houses, games, and food starting at 6:30pm. Live music starts at 6:30pm with The Shifferly Road Band. Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks start at 9:45 p.m.
Where: Oak Park, 878 Oak Ave, Wyoming, OH 45215

July 5 and 6, 2024:

Freedom Fest and Fireworks in New Richmond
Dates: July 4-6, 2024
Celebrate our independence this year at New Richmond Ohio’s “Freedom Fest” presented by VFW Fred Calaway Post 6770. All of the events are family friendly. Fun includes a parade, Armed Forces boat race, live music, and more. Fireworks at 9:30pm on July 6.

Northside 4th of July Parade and Rock-n-Roll Carnival
Date: July 4-6, 2024
30 bands, food, vendors, adult beverages from MadTree and more!
The 4th of July Parade will kick off an hour earlier this year, starting at 11am.
Where: Hoffner Park, 4101 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223

Taps, Tastes, and Tunes in West Chester
Dates: July 4-6, 2024
Enjoy live music with Lit on July 5th and Nine Days plus The Smithereens on July 6th (and more bands throughout the weekend). Free admission.
Fireworks on July 5.
Location: VOA Museum, 8070 Tylersville Rd., 45069

Waiting on 2024 Updates for the Following Events:

American Legion Fourth of July Festival in Reading
Date: TBD for 2024
Where: Koenig Park, 520 W Columbia Ave, Reading, OH 45215

Mt. Healthy Fireworks at City Park
Date: TBD
Where: City Park, 1541 Hill Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231

Please be sure to check with the venue of your choice to confirm the date and time. We did our best to list everything in an accurate fashion but we all make mistakes. Many of these events are weather dependent. Be sure to click the link and check out the website for each event before you head out the door.