4th Of July In Memphis and the MidSouth: Fireworks, Parades, and Celebrations
Fourth of July falls on a Friday (woohoo!) this year so expect a full week of fun and fireworks leading up to Independence Day.
Fourth of July falls on a Friday (woohoo!) this year so expect a full week of fun and fireworks leading up to Independence Day.
We'll continue to add 4th of July events to this list as they are announced.
Where To Watch Fireworks For The 4th of July In Memphis And the Mid-South
Pack a picnic and sunscreen, head to a local park with your household, or join in one of the Memphis area’s Independence Day celebrations. Here's a list of events happening in chronological order.
Arlington’s Star Spangled Spectacular
June 27, Arlington Sports Complex, 6 - 9:30 p.m.
Join the Town's annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, June 27th. The event will include food vendors and live music that lead up to a fireworks show at the end of the evening. Bring your picnic blanket and chairs. The band and food vendors begin at 6pm. Vendors will be located in the sports field end zones. The fireworks are scheduled at 9:15pm.
West Memphis Freedom Fest
June 27, Tilden Rogers Park, Starts at 5 p.m.
Kick off Independence Day early at Freedom Fest on Friday, June 27 at Tilden Rogers Park in West Memphis! Starting at 5 p.m., enjoy food trucks, firetrucks, and live music from Iyuana Patrice and the Elevation Memphis Tina Turner Tribute Experience, capped off with Eastern Arkansas’s largest fireworks show. Rain or shine. Bring your lawn chair and get ready to celebrate.
Flag City Freedom Celebration
July 2, Millington-Memphis Airport, Gates open at 6 p.m.
The Flag City Freedom Celebration moves to a new location this year at the Millington-Memphis Airport. You can expect a live DJ, face painting, food trucks, and a fireworks show starting shortly after 9 p.m. Use Hornet Avenue to enter. Parking is $5 per vehicle (cash only).
Liberty For All Festival & Fireworks
July 3, Liberty Park, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Head to Liberty Park on Thursday, July 3 for Memphis’ biggest Independence Day celebration featuring live music, local food trucks, family fun, and the official City of Memphis fireworks show at dusk. Free admission and parking.
Memphis Redbirds Independence Day Celebration
July 4-5, AutoZone Park, 7 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Memphis Redbirds game with two nights of fireworks! The kids zone will be activated and a pre-game autograph signing for both games. They'll have special red, white & boom nachos, classic snow cones, and flavored lemonades. Get a cookout ticket for an added $31.99 for their all-you-can-eat buffet.
Bartlett Fireworks Extravaganza
July 3, Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center, 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Bartlett’s annual celebration starting at 6 p.m. at the Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center, featuring live music, food trucks, a classic car show, and a 20-minute fireworks finale at 9:10 p.m. Bring a blanket and enjoy performances by the Bartlett Community Concert Band and Kevin & Bethany Paige, plus patriotic tributes and family fun all evening.
Collierville Independence Day Celebration
July 3, H.W. Cox Park, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Day in Collierville on July 3 at H.W. Cox Park with live music, food vendors, and one of the Mid-South’s largest fireworks shows starting at 9:30 p.m. Enjoy performances by American Blonde and the Soul Shockers, plus a special rendition of the national anthem by local talent Ellie Sawyer.
Horn Lake Grand Fireworks Display
July 3, Latimer Lakes Park, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Join Horn Lake for the Grand Fireworks Display. Not many details have been announced yet so refer to their website for updates!
Graceland’s All-American July 4th Weekend
July 4-6, Graceland, event times vary
Celebrate Independence Day in true Memphis style at Graceland’s Red-Hot 4th of July Weekend, packed with live music, exclusive tours, family fun, and a fireworks spectacular set to Elvis Presley’s music. From July 4–6, enjoy hidden mansion tours, a VIP Stable Tour, nightly red, white, and blue mansion lights, and can't-miss events like the Elvis Tribute Artist concert and fireworks party on Saturday, July 5, featuring champions Emilio Santoro and Shawn Klush. Cap it all off with a soulful Gospel Brunch with the Blackwood Brothers on Sunday.
About The Fireworks: All-American Party & Elvis Fireworks Extravaganza is at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 5th. Free admission (including parking) at Graceland’s main parking lot. Fireworks will go on after sunset, set to Elvis
Central Gardens Association July 4th Parade
July 4, Central Gardens - Belvedere Blvd, 9 a.m. to noon
Celebrate the 4th of July with a beloved Midtown tradition at the Central Gardens Parade on Friday, July 4, from 9 a.m. to noon on Belvedere Blvd. Enjoy live bluegrass and Second Line bands, free hot dogs and popsicles, coffee from Byway Coffee, and the return of festive floats and fun contests like Most Patriotic Pet and Best Decorated House. The parade starts at 10:30 a.m., and everyone is welcome. No need to live in Central Gardens to join the fun.
Cooper-Young 4th of July Block Party
July 4, Peabody Elementary, 10 a.m.
Join the Cooper-Young Community Association for a 4th of July block party! Bring your kiddos, their little wheels, and we'll enjoy frozen treats from Mempops, music, face-painting, and a special appearance by the Memphis Fire Department.
Hernando Front Porch Fireworks
July 4, Civic Center Ball Fields, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Come out and join the fun and fireworks at Civic Center Ball Fields. Gates open at 5 p.m. with fireworks at 9 p.m. There will be food trucks, craft vendors, and a live DJ.
Germantown Fireworks Extravaganza
July 4, Municipal Park, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Join the fun in Germantown on Friday, July 4 at Municipal Park for live music, crafts, refreshments, and a spectacular fireworks show. Festivities start at 5 p.m., with fireworks lighting up the sky at 9:10 p.m. Be sure to plan ahead for road closures around the park starting early afternoon through the evening.
4th of July Downtown Memphis Celebration
July 4, Riverside, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
The Downtown Memphis Commission is bringing fireworks back to the riverfront! River Garden, Fourth Bluff Park, and a portion of Riverside Drive will all be activated as the dedicated viewing locations with live entertainment, food trucks, games, vendors, and more. The event is free but you're encouraged to RSVP to receive event updates.
The Peabody 4th of July
July 4, Peabody Rooftop, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Hit the South's Grand Hotel rooftop for a sky-high view of all the fireworks shows in downtown (and all around the city tbh!) DJ Bizzle Bluebland will keep the vibes going. Food and drinks will be available to purchase with first-come-first-served seating and tables. $20 for adults, $10 for children (12 and under), free for hotel guests.
Beck & Call Independence Day
Beck & Call, the rooftop bar atop of Hyatt Centric, will also be open on the 4th of July if you want to take in the views from there! Max Kaplan will play from 6 to 9 p.m. They will have a $20+ tax cover charge. Admission is free for hotel guests.
Fourth of July Fireworks & Dinner Cruise
July 4, Memphis Riverboats, 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Take in the downtown fireworks from a Memphis Riverboat. They're doing a special evening cruise for 4th of July that includes a Memphis-style dinner. Boarding time is 7 p.m.
