Celebrating the 4th of July is a family tradition in America. The fourth is a federal holiday known as Independence Day in the United States. This special day is set aside to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the thirteen American colonies were no longer subject to or subordinate to the monarch of Britain. The thirteen colonies were now united, free and independent states. The Congress had voted to declare independence two days earlier, on July 2, but it was not officially declared until July 4.
Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks and parades. There are often family barbecues, picnics or reunions. In addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history and traditions of the United States.
Take advantage of a weekend full of events in the Ozarks to celebrate our independence and July 4 celebrations.
Eureka Springs — Spaceberry Music Festival will be held from Thursday, July 1 through Saturday, July 3 at The Farm located at the Eureka Springs Campground & Events.
Kimberling City Missouri. — Friday, July 2, is Fireburst at Kimberling City located at 34 Kimberling Blvd. Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate Independence Day at the lake. Free admission. Starts around 9 p.m. at dark.
Branson, Missouri — The 13th annual Branson Landing’s Liberty Light Up Concert and Fireworks on Saturday, July 3 at the Branson Landing from 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Hollister, Missouri — Sunday, July 4 kicks off the activities at the Chad A. Fuqua Park located at 312 Esplanade Dr, in Hollister. Annual Hollister Fireworks event includes the Little Miss Firecracker Pageant, music, fireworks and more. Visit exploreBranson.com for more details.
Harrison — Sunday, July 4 kicks off with “Cookin’ for Kids” Meat inspection begins at 5 a.m. and cooking starts at 6 a.m. $5 gets a taste from each participant and the chance to vote. Winner is declared by popular vote and announced before the fireworks around 9 p.m. Visit exploreharrison.com to register for the event and see all the rules. Proceeds go to the Children’s Charity Ministry and Harrison Police Department’s Cops and Kids program.
10 a.m. begins the Sonic Children’s 4th of July Parade on the square. No registration necessary. Meet across the street from the Daily Times. Call Robin Reeves at 870-577-7795 with questions.
6 p.m. is the signup time for three contests. The frozen T-shirt contest, an ice cream eating contest and hot wing eating competition. (More details at exploreharrison.com)
8:30 p.m. is the Military Tribute by local Boy Scout troops.
9:30 p.m. Around dusk or dark the Fire in the Sky Fireworks begin at the Anstaff Bank Soccer Complex located at 202 Old Stonewall Road. Ample parking is available at the former Junior High, Burlsworth Youth Center and Lake Harrison Park.
10:00 p.m. After fireworks the New Country 102.9 Street Dance will begin on the old football field, in close proximity to where fireworks were viewed. For more information call 870-741-1789. Note: The Daughters of the American Revolution will present “Let Freedom Ring” at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 3.
Rockaway Beach, Missouri — The Rockin’ 4th of July event is a family friendly free event. Located at 2762 State Hwy 176, Rockaway Beach, the event is sponsored by the partnership of several other small communities in the area.
Lead Hill — The Diamond City Country Club will be the location for the fireworks events on July 3 of the Lead Hill, Diamond City area.
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