The 4th of July is truly an occasion worth celebrating, and although it falls on a Wednesday this time round, you can still have lots of patriotic fun as long as you know how to spend your time. Although some celebrations will be pushed to the weekend before Independence Day, most main events will go on as usual on the 4th. Whether you’re looking to relax and have fun at a smaller gathering or prefer to live it up with the rest of the crowd, we’ve taken the liberty of listing down the best possible events for you right down below.
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Fair Saint Louis @ Gateway Arch Park
If you haven’t been to the new Gateway Arch National Park, the 4th of July is a good reason to. In fact, you’ll probably enjoy yourself so much at Fair Saint Louis that you’ll wish that it went on forever.
Things to Look Forward to:
- Grand opening of new museum (3 July, 2018)
- Fair Saint Louis
- Lots of entertainment, including Jason Derulo and Martina McBride
- Fireworks show
- America’s Birthday Parade
Note: There are tons of events and activities spread across three days of festivities, so do check out the website for more details.
Location: Gateway Arch National Park, 11 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102
Time and Date: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. (4 July, 2018), 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. (6 July, 2018), 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. (7 July, 2018)
Admission: FREE
Contact: 314-434-3434
Website: https://www.fairsaintlouis.org/
JB Blast @ South St. Louis County
Enjoy a free patriotic celebration at Jefferson Barracks Park with performances by the U.S. Air Force Band at the Veteran’s Memorial Amphitheater just before Independence Day!
Things to Look Forward to:
- Live music by the U.S. Air Force Band
- Fireworks display
Note: Concessions are available.
Location: Jefferson Barracks 345 North Rd St. Louis MO 631
Time and Date: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (3 July, 2018)
Admission: FREE
Contact: 314-615-4386
Website: https://www.stlouisco.com/ParksandRecreation/Events/
Heritage and Freedom Fest @ Missouri
Join the annual Independence Day celebration in O’Fallon this time round! With three days of jam-packed festivities waiting to be discovered, you might even want to come on over every single day.
Things to Look Forward to:
- A parade
- Carnival
- Live music
- Tons of food
- Fireworks display
- Plenty of kids activities
Note: You can also purchase an unlimited rides wristband from the festival grounds on July 2nd, but it’s only for use on the same day from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, 2867, 900 TR Hughes Blvd, O’Fallon, MO 63366
Time and Date: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. (2 July, 2018), 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. (3 July, 2018), 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. (4 July, 2018)
Admission: FREE
Contact: 636-379-5614
Website: https://www.heritageandfreedomfest.com/
Riverfest @ St. Charles
The festivities will be held in Frontier Park near the Missouri River over the course of two days. If you’re keen on joining the celebrations, just make your way on over for a fun-filled Independence Day!
Things to Look Forward to:
- A parade (starts at 10:45 a.m.)
- Live music
- Fireworks show (4 July, 2018 at 9:20 p.m.)
- Carnival rides
- Food and craft vendors
Note: The fireworks show will last approximately 20 minutes and can be viewed from anywhere in Frontier Park.
Location: Frontier Park, 222 S. Riverside Dr., Saint Charles, MO 63301
Time and Date: 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (3 July, 2018), 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. (4 July, 2018)
Admission: FREE
Contact: 636-946-7776
Website: https://www.discoverstcharles.com/event/riverfest-2018/1204/
Grafton Fireworks @ Illinois
Celebrate the 4th of July the weekend before with a fantastic fireworks display that’s bound to take your breath away. Enjoy lots of fun and food during the day, and enjoy the lights in the sky once night-time arrives.
Things to Look Forward to:
- Tons of food and entertainment
- Fireworks display (30 June, 2018 at 9:15 p.m.) (3 July, 2018 at 9:15 p.m.)
Note: You’ll want to arrive early on June 30 to watch the fireworks. Local restaurants will also be serving up lots of entertainment and food specials.
Location: Do check the website for more details
Time and Date: Starts at 5 p.m. (3 July, 2018)
Admission: FREE (VIP Experience @ $25/person)
Contact: 618-465-6676 / 800-258-6645
Website: http://enjoygrafton.com/feature-stories/detail/29/fireworks
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