Your Guide to the Best Fourth of July Celebrations in Central Ohio

Family Friendly, Nightlife, Things to Do

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Written by Step Out Columbus

Published on June 26, 2024
Photo courtesy of Red, White & BOOM Columbus on Facebook

While Fourth of July celebrations don’t get as rowdy as they did back in the 1700s (dumping tea in Boston Harbor sounds electric), these events are an awesome and fun way to celebrate our country’s independence from British rule way back in 1776.

There’s a little something for everyone here, ranging from parades to festivals, 5K’s and fireworks shows. Let’s just hope your pup doesn’t get too scared from fireworks 😢

Without any further ado, here are the best Fourth of July Celebrations happening in Central Ohio!

Note: We are still adding more events as we find them. If there is still an event missing, please contact us.

Festivals

Red, White, & BOOM!

Wed, Jul 3 • All Day

Free

Battelle Riverfront Park • 25 Marconi Blvd Columbus, OH 43215

Central

Red, White & BOOM! is an experience and a tradition for over 400,000 visitors who come together each Independence Day to celebrate our country, our ...

Things to Do

Reynoldsburg Independence Day Celebration

Wed, Jul 3 - Thu, Jul 4 • Times Vary

Civic Park, • 6800 Daugherty Dr. Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Other

Date: July 3 Time: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Where: Civic Park, 6800 Daugherty Dr. Celebrate Independence Day 2024 with us at Civic Park. The event includes ...

Things to Do

Village of Obetz Famous Fortress Fireworks

Wed, Jul 3 • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Fortress Obetz • 2015 Recreation Trail Obetz, Ohio 43207

Central

This year, the highly anticipated Famous Fortress Fireworks event is returning, and it promises our best show yet! Gates open at 6:00PM
...

Live Music

Rooftop Fireworks View at Goodale Station for RWB

Wed, Jul 3 • 7:00 pm - 1:00 am

Admission starts at: $100

Goodale Station • 77 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus, 43215

Central

Celebrate at Goodale Station for our exclusive Rooftop Fireworks Extravaganza! Perched on the 12th floor, our premier rooftop restaurant offers breathtaking, ...

Things to Do

Pickerington 4th of July Celebration

Wed, Jul 3 - Thu, Jul 4 • Times Vary

Pickerington • Pickerington, Ohio 43147

Eastside

July 03, 2024 - July 04, 2024 - July 3, 9:30pm Fireworks and July 4, 10:00am Parade Downtown Pickerington OH, 43147 Price: FREE Fireworks Wednesday, ...

Runs/Walks/Rides

Bexley 4th of July 5K, Parade, and Fireworks

Thu, Jul 4 • 8:00 am - ?

City of Bexley • Bexley, OH

Other

4TH OF JULY IN BEXLEY Independence Day celebrations in Bexley begin with the annual John Barr 5k, followed by the legendary parade, community celebration ...

Things to Do

Dublin Independence Day Celebration

Thu, Jul 4 • 8:00 am - ?

City of Dublin • Dublin, Ohio

Other

Independence Day Fishing Derby The Annual Sherm Sheldon Fishing Derby kicks off the daylong celebration at 8 a.m. at the Avery Park Pond (7401 Avery ...

Things to Do

Upper Arlington Fourth of July Parade and Party in the Park

Thu, Jul 4 • 9:30 am - ?

Upper Arlington • Upper Arlington, Ohio

Other

The Police Division is implementing some new parade route traffic and safety adjustments, placing non-movable barricades or City vehicles at the streets ...

Things to Do

City of Hilliard Freedom Fest

Thu, Jul 4 • 10:00 am - ?

City of Hilliard • Hilliard, Ohio

Other

Freedom Fest is the City of Hilliard’s free annual event that celebrates Independence Day with nationally known artists Big & Rich, Alexis ...

Things to Do

New Albany Independence Day Parade & Festival

Thu, Jul 4 • 11:00 am - ?

Festival at New Albany Middle School • New Albany, Ohio

Other

Independence Day Parade & Festival   Presented by the City of New Albany and the New Albany Chamber, the Independence Day Parade & Festival ...

Parade

Doo Dah Parade & Party

Thu, Jul 4 • 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Free

Goodale Park • 120 W Goodale St Columbus, 43215

Central

The Wacky Doo Dah Parade known for its diversity and passion for art, where vibrant people march and express their unique humorous thoughts about social, ...

Things to Do

Worthington Family Picnic & Fireworks

Thu, Jul 4 • 4:00 pm - ?

Thomas Worthington High School Front Lawn • Worthington, Ohio

Other

Worthington Family Picnic Gather the family and come on down to the Worthington Family Picnic and Fireworks Celebration on the 4th of July! Bring your ...

Live Music

Fewxion and Fireworks

Thu, Jul 4 • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Edison Brewing Company • 785 Science Blvd Gahanna, 43230

Northeast

What started as just a "few" good musicians teaming up to join Hawc Griffin’s music mission in 2010, later evolved into a roster of skilled talent rotating ...

Runs/Walks/Rides

Westerville Fourth of July Independence Day Celebration

Thu, Jul 4 • 7:30 pm - ?

Westerville • Westerville, Ohio

Other

The Rotary Club of Westerville is planning Independence Day festivities for Thursday, July 4. Visit the Rotary's website for details about the parade, concert ...

Nightlife Events

Red, White & Brew

Fri, Jul 5 • 6:00 pm - ?

Howl at the Moon Columbus • 504 Park St Columbus, 43215

Central

Happy Birthday, America! On Friday, July 5th, Come for the brews, stay for the party! We are celebrating America’s birthday in the only way we know ...

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