Independence Day on July 4th is a time to enjoy some fun with the family and celebrate our nation’s birthday. It’s a day dedicated to honoring our freedom with a variety of activities that bring communities together. Festivals, celebrations, and family-friendly events abound, creating a festive atmosphere filled with joy and patriotism. From lively parades and vibrant picnics to exhilarating fireworks displays, there’s something for everyone.
Appleton
- City of Appleton Fireworks
- Where: Appleton Memorial Park, 1620 E Witzke Blvd, Appleton
- When: July 3, 2025
- About: This year’s event is organized by the City of Appleton Parks and Recreation Department. Activites also include live music from Yo-DJ, kids’ inflatable, Fox Valley Food Trucks and Stone Arch beverages. Parking in the park will cost $10 per vehicle, and all proceeds go to the Appleton Public Safety Cadets. Weather permitting, the fireworks will start at dusk, around 9:30 pm.
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Kimberly
- Kimberly Fireworks for Firefighters
- Where: Sunset Park, 300 Sunset Park Road, Kimberly
- When: July 3, 2025, 3 – 10 pm
- About: Annual Village of Kimberly Independence Day Celebration with Festival Foods Firework Show. Enjoy live music, free inflatables for the kids, food trucks, and more. Park opens at 3 pm, with the fireworks starting just before 9:30 pm.
- Facebook Event
Neenah/Menasha
- Neenah/Menasha Community Fest 2025
- When: July 3 and July 4, 2025
- Where: various locations in the City of Menasha and the City of Neenah including:
- Curtis Reed Square, Menasha
- Shattuck Park, Neenah
- Riverside Park, Neenah
- Downtown Neenah
- Downtown Menasha
- About: Community Fest is an annual Independence Day celebration co-sponsored by the cities of Neenah and Menasha. The Fireworks show is at 9:45 pm on July 4. Other events include a boat parade, food, and live music. Note, there is a NEW parade route this year.
- Fireworks:
- Jefferson Park, Menasha
- Riverside Park, Neenah
- nmcommunityfest.org
Little Chute
- When: June 30, 2025
- 6 pm: Little Chute Diamond Club will sell food and beverages
- 7:30 pm: Little Chute Community Band
- Dusk: Firework Display
- Where: Doyle Park, Little Chute
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Oshkosh
- 4th of July at Menominee Park
- When: July 4, 2025
- Food Trucks 3 – 10 pm
- Fireworks at Dusk
- Where: Menominee Park, Oshkosh
- About: Food trucks and concession stands are available. The Menominee Park Zoo will be open from 9 am to 6 pm.
- Oshkosh’s Fourth of July Parade starts at 9 am. The parade begins in downtown Oshkosh at Otter Street and N Main Street and continues north on Main until E Irving Avenue. It goes east on E Irving Avenue and ends at Hazel Street.
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Green Bay
- Festival Foods Fireworks Fire Over The Fox Green Bay
- When: July 4, 2025, 3 – 10:30 pm
- Where: Ray Nitschke Bridge, City Deck & Leicht Memorial Park, and Neville Public Museum grounds
- About: Festivities start at 3:00 pm with the Festival Foods Fireworks beginning at 9:45 pm. Activities include live music, kids’ activities, inflatables, food vendors, and more. Listen live with 101.1 WIXX or watch live with Local 5 WFRV.
- More information about the event, including how to reserve seats.
Elkhart Lake
- Elkhart Lake Fireman’s 4th Of July Celebration
- When: July 5, 2025, 5 – 11 pm
- Where: Fireman’s Park and Beach on Elkhart Lake, 411 S Lake Street, Elkhart Lake
- About: Come join your favorite fire department as they celebrate year 126 of serving our great communities! Enjoy food, drinks, live music and fireworks (at dusk).
- More information and updates at elkhartlake.com.
Bonduel
- The Village of Bonduel Annual Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
- When: July 4, 2025
- Where:
- Parade Starts: Bonduel High School, 400 W Green Bay St, Bonduel
- Parade Ends: Village Park, Park St, Bonduel
- About:
- The 4th of July Celebration starts with a festive and patriotic parade down the main streets of Bonduel. The fun continues at the Village Park with baseball games, live music, a children’s bike raffle, dancing, and great food, all capped off by a brilliant fireworks display at dusk.
- The parade begins at 11:00 am at the Bonduel High School on West Green Bay Street, proceeding east to Washington Street, and then to Village Park. Following the parade, live music kicks off at Village Park.
- villageofbonduel.com
Manitowoc
- Fourth on the Shore & Subfest, Manitowoc Parade & Fireworks
- When: July 4, 2025: 9 am – 11 pm
- Where: The parade will begin at the corner of S. 8th Street and Washington Street, proceed north on S. 8th Street, turn east onto Maritime Drive, and finish near the Manitowoc Yacht Club, with parade takedown/pick-up happening on Huron Street.
- About: Celebrate Independence Day in Manitowoc at 4th on the Shore! The annual 4th of July parade kicks off at 10:00 am and continues with live music, food trucks, and more in downtown and along the lakefront. 4th on the Shore concludes with the Festival Foods Fireworks Show at dusk. Subfest at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum is also part of the day of festivities along the lakeshore. The parade begins at 10 am and lasts about an hour.
- manitowoc.org
Winneconne
- Winneconne Fireworks Over the Wolf River
- When: July 5, 2025
- Where: The Fireworks take place over the Wolf River, north of the bridge, on July 4th at dark. Due to the unique location, there are many local, public areas where fireworks can be viewed, including parks and the Wolf River.
- About: A daytime display with colored smoke, firebombs, and booms at 3:30 pm and lasts about 10-15 minutes. Fireworks begin around 9:45 pm, and Annual Fireworks Raffle tickets are available for purchase.
- winneconne.org
New Berlin
- Annual City of New Berlin Fourth of July Family Festival
- When: July 3-5, 2025, Fireworks Show at Malone Park
- What: 4th of July Family Festival
- About: Scheduled events include entertainment and diversions for all ages, including rides and games, parade, bands, and presentations. Performances, food options, registration details for the Pie Contest, Corn Hole Tournament, our second annual Trivia Contest, our first Kick-Ball Tournament, drone show, carnival, mini parade, and more. Drone show starts at 9:30 pm. Fireworks start at 10 pm.
- newberlin.org
Sheboygan
- Sheboygan Independence Day & Freedom Festival
- When: July 4, 2025, 9:30 pm
- Where: Deland Park, North and South Pier, Sheboygan Riverfront
- About: July 4th festivities include an Independence Day Parade, live music, and more!
- visitsheboygan.com
Sturgeon Bay
- Sturgeon Bay Celebrates Fireworks Show 2023
- When: July 4, 2025, 5 – 9 pm
- Where: Sunset Park, 747 N. 3rd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay
- What: Live music, food trucks, and drink vendors. Fireworks start at approximately 9:15 pm.
- sturgeonbay.net
Fond du Lac
- Fond du Lac Symphonic Band Americana Concert & Fireworks
- When: July 4, 2025
- Where: Lakeside Park, Fond du Lac
- What: The traditional 4th of July concert featuring music by American composers, patriotic selections, and stirring American marches. Fireworks on the lakefront at dusk following the concert.
- fdl.com
New London
- New London 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
- When: July 4, 2025, 6 pm
- Where: Hatten Memorial Stadium at Hatten Park, 801 Werner-Allen Blvd, New London
- What: Festival Foods Fireworks – 4th of July at dusk inside Hatten Park Stadium – gates open at 6 pm. Concessions will be available, kids games, and music by DJ. Bring a blanket or chair. Leave pets at home.
- Check the event for more info.
Dale
- Dale Fire and Rescue
- When: June 27-28, 2025
- Where: Town Of Dale Fire Department, W9641 WI-96, Dale
- What: Two day celebration with raffles, carnival, food, parade, live music, fireworks, and more.
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