Fourth of July Fun - 2026

Fourth of July Fun - 2026

June 16, 2026

America's 250th birthday + Fourth of July (falling on a Saturday) = Great things to enjoy!

We've put together some of our favorite Fourth of July activities for your consideration

Friday, June 26 

Friday, July 3 

  • The Historic Bloomington Speedway will have a variety of races, plus a big fireworks event!  Tickets are $18-39, and kids 12 and under are free.
  • Emmanuel Church will have food trucks, outdoor games and activities, music and more before a fireworks display at the end of the evening.

Saturday, July 4 

  • Downtown Bloomington is the spot for the annual Fourth of July Parade (emceed by our own Jim Inman).  
  • Lake Lemon will have a fireworks display at dusk.  $25/car admission. 
  • Ellettsville will show their patriotic spirit with a fireworks show near Edgewood High School.  Free to attend, and donations are accepted.  

For the latest on Fourth of July area activities, check the Visit Bloomington website

A friendly reminder that our office will be closed on Friday, July 3.