Where to find 2023 Fourth of July festivals, celebrations, fireworks in Central Indiana
If you're looking to get your fix of fireworks and fun this Fourth of July, here's a long list of holiday weekend celebrations around Indianapolis.
Fourth of July fireworks around Indianapolis
July 3, Avon: Avon's Night at the Park Celebration will be wrapping up with a fireworks show around 10 p.m. Head to Avon Town Hall Park to catch the show. [This even was rescheduled from a July 1 date.]
July 3, Beech Grove: After a day in the park, enjoy a fireworks show in Sarah T. Bolton Park in Beech Grove. Fireworks start around 10 p.m.
July 3, Broad Ripple: A part of White River Yacht Club's Annual Meredith Smith Memorial Firework Show, fireworks will be launched at dark, around 9 p.m., and are viewable across Broad Ripple.
July 4, downtown Indianapolis: Catch the annual fireworks show downtown Indy starting at 10 p.m. Fireworks will be launched again from the 500 North Meridian Building, so be sure to secure your spot to watch. Optimal viewing locations are on the Indiana War Memorial grounds and American Legion Mall.
July 4, Carmel: As a finale to Carmel Fest, fireworks will be launched from Carmel Ice Skadium at 9:45 p.m.
July 4, Westfield: Watch the Westfield firework show at 10 p.m. after the celebration at Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield.
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Family-friendly fun and entertainment
June 30-July 3, Star-Spangled Symphony: The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is hosting nightly concerts, starting at 8 p.m., at Conner Prairie in Fishers with firework finales. Buy tickets for this patriotic show with special guests at indianapolissymphony.org/events.
July 1-2, July 4, Conner Prairie: Free with general admission to Conner Prairie in Fishers, you join the citizens of Prarietown for various festive and educational activities. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Tuesday to Sunday. Learn more at connerprairie.org.
July 4, Independence Day Social: Hosted at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, this social event will feature tours, ice cream, food, yard games and more. Keep an eye out for Uncle Sam on stilts. Reserve your spot for this event, running from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at bit.ly/3X2giuu.
July 4, Baseball game: Indianapolis' minor league baseball team will face off against the Memphis Redbirds at Victory Field starting at 6:35 p.m. The team will be wearing patriotic hats, which will also be available for purchase. Buy tickets at bit.ly/43UjGcR.
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Fourth of July festivals
July 1, Night at the Park: Pack up your lawn chair and head to Avon Town Hall Park for music, food trucks, face-painting, pony rides and more. This event starts at 6 p.m. and you can find more information at visithendrickscounty.com.
July 3-4, Carmel Fest: Explore Carmel, hosting its massive Independence Day festival from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 3 and noon to 10 p.m. on July 4. You can also catch the parade at 10:30 a.m. on July 4. For more details on the celebration's food, music, talent show and activities, visit carmelfest.net.
July 3, All-American Day in the Park: Head to Sara T. Bolton Park in Beech Grove for food vendors and music starting at 6 p.m. Find more information at bgpromoters.org.
July 4, Westfield Rocks the 4th: On July 4 from 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., visit Grand Park Sports Campus in Westfield for carnival games, music, a hot dog eating contest and more. More details are available on westfieldwelcome.com.
July 4, Indy's Fourth Fest: The street party downtown Indianapolis begins at 6 p.m. with music, ice cream, food trucks and beverages. Check out the festival on North Street between Meridian Street and Pennsylvania Street, south of the American Legion Mall. Find more information at downtownindy.org.
July 4, Noblesville parade and festival: Following a parade downtown at 4 p.m., the city of Noblesville is hosting a festival in Forest Park from 6-10 p.m. The festival will feature a live band, food vendors and activities. Find more information at cityofnoblesville.org.
Patriotic parties and bangin' bar scenes
June 30, Red, White and Brew party: Celebrate the holiday with live music, giveaways and drink deals at Howl at the Moon. Doors open at 8 p.m. and cover is $10. Find more information at bit.ly/3qEbBuP.
July 1-4, Metazoa Brewing celebration: With craft beer and cute dogs, Metazoa Brewing is hosting a weekend celebration featuring live music, a party tent, giveaways and new beer. It runs from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day at the brewery.
July 1, Red, White and Brew Bar Crawl: Get decked out in your favorite red, white and blue apparel for this bar crawl hosted by pubcrawls.com. Your ticket, which you can buy online at bit.ly/43SRh7a, will get you a wristband, free entry to venues, food and drink specials and more. The bar crawl goes from 1-8 p.m.
July 1, The Big Bang: From 6-11 p.m., Wolfies Grill in Geist Marina is hosting a summertime celebration with DJs, fireworks and Ciroc vodka tastings. Visit bigbangindy.com for tickets and more information.
July 4, Kurt Vonnegut Museum & Library: The Kurt Vonnegut Museum & Library is hosting multiple events for the Fourth of July, including a dramatic reading of David Hoppe's "Wordplay" from 4 to 6 p.m., trivia, a jazz trio and views of the downtown fireworks. General admission for the events costs $50 while VIP tickets for trivia cost $65. Fireworks can be seen in the parking lot for $10 per car. Buy tickets online at bit.ly/3qWwhOJ.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indianapolis fireworks 2023: July 4th parties, shows, deals and more
