There's something magical about celebrating the 4th of July in Indiana. This fun-filled holiday is nearly here and you may be wondering "Where are the best fireworks near me?" Don't worry; in 2015 and 2016 we compiled the best shows around and this year is no different. Read on to see a full list of all fireworks shows by county, and included some standout shows that shouldn't be missed.
1. July 4th Freedom Celebration - Evansville
Every year, Evansville puts on one of the best fireworks shows in the state. Get ready to see some incredible fireworks over the charming waters of the Ohio River. This year's event begins on July 4th at dusk (8:50 - 9pm) along Riverside Drive.
2. Washington Park Fireworks - Michigan City
This event is another stunning fireworks display that takes place over the water. Many residents of NWI flock to the traditional 4th of July event in Michigan City. Fireworks start at dusk (between 8:50-9pm) on July 4th at Washington Park Marina.
3. Freedom Fest - Indianapolis
If you're in central Indiana, you'll want to check out the incredible fireworks display launched from Regions Tower in downtown Indy. This fireworks display can be seen from almost anywhere in the city and you definitely won't want to miss it. The show begins at 9:45pm on July 4th at Regions Bank Tower.
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4. City of Muncie July 4th Fireworks - Muncie
Every year Muncie celebrates the 4th with a "Set the Night to Music" celebration. This event shows fireworks set to synchronized music and is a blast for everyone. This year's event will take place behind Muncie Central High School tentatively at 10pm.
5. Monroe County Fairgrounds Fireworks - Bloomington
If you live near Bloomington, you'll want to check out the Monroe County Fairgrounds celebration. This year's event takes place on Saturday, July 1st, giving you a great place to see fireworks over the long weekend. The show starts at 10pm at the fairgrounds.
Of course there are plenty of other incredible fireworks displays to check out in our state. Here's a list of this year's fireworks shows by county.
Adams County
- Decatur: July 4th at the Riverside Center. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Fort Wayne: July 4th at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. Fireworks begin at 10:30 pm.
- Leo-Cedarville: Juy 4th at Riverside Gardens Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Hope: June 30th at Hope Town Square as part of the Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Columbus: July 3rd at the Columbus Municipal Airport. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Fowler: July 4th as part of the Fowler 4th of July Festival. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
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- Lebanon: July 4th at Memorial Park. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Versailles: July 1st at Versailles State Park. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Nashville: July 4th at the Brown County High School Athletic Field. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Walton: July 4th in downtown Walton. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Marengo: July 4th in Marengo. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Aurora: July 1st at Lesko Park (Red, White, and Boom). Fireworks begin at 10pm.
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- Garrett: July 4th at Eastside Park. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Muncie: July 4th at Muncie Central High School. Fireworks begin at 10pm (see above gallery for more information).
- Birdseye: July 1st at Patoka Lake. Fireworks begin at 9pm.
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- Metamora: July 1st at the Fire House. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
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- Fishers: June 25th at Holland Memorial Park. Fireworks begin at 9:50pm.
- Fishers: July 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th at Connor Prairie. Fireworks begin at 8pm.
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- Kokomo: July 1st at Foster Park. Fireworks will begin after the concert ends.
- Huntington: July 4th (with a rain date of July 5th) at Huntington North High School. Fireworks start at dusk.
- Roanoke: July 4th at Roanoke Park on Seminary Street. Fireworks start at dusk.
- Warren: July 4th at the Daugherty Companies. Fireworks start at dusk Thursday at Tower Park on Grover Street. The 18th annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show will be Friday through July 4 at the Daugherty Cos. The 43rd annual parade begins at 9 a.m. Saturday in downtown Warren.
- Seymour: July 4th at Freeman Field. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Portland: July 4th at Jay County Fairgrounds. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Madison: July 4th at the Madison Riverfront. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- No events reported yet
- Bargersville: July 1st at Mallow Run Winery. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- North Webster: July 1st at Webster Lake. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Syracuse: July 4th at Syracuse Lake. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Warsaw: July 1st at Winona Lake. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Schererville: June 30th at Rohrman Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Michigan City: July 4th at Washington Park Marina. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Bedford: July 1st at Bedford Square. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Beech Grove: July 3rd at Sara Bolton Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Indianapolis: July 4th at Regions Bank Tower. Fireworks begin at 9:45pm (see above galley for more information).
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- Shoals: July 4th at Shoals Ball Park and Museum. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Peru: July 4th at Maconaquah Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Bloomington: June 30th at Bloomington Speedway. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Bloomington: July 1st at Monroe County Fairgrounds. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Bloomington: July 3rd at Southside Christian Church. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Ellettsville: July 4th at Edgewood High School football field. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Paragon: July 1st at Paragon Speedway. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- French Lick: July 3rd at French Lick Springs Hotel. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Rockville: July 1st at Raccoon State Recreation Area. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Otwell: July 4th in downtown Otwell. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Chesterton: June 29th (rain date July 5th) at Indiana Dunes State Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Osgood: June 30th at Ripley County Fairgrounds. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Santa Claus: July 4th at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Mishawaka: July 1st at Robert C Beutter Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Lakeville: July 4th at Newton Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Knox: July 1st at Wythogan Park. Fireworks begin at 9:30pm.
- Angola: July 4th at Commons Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Hamilton: July 4th at Hog Hill. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Sullivan: July 1st at Sullivan County Park & Lake. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Lafayette: July 4th at Riehle Plaza. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Tipton: July 4th at Tipton County Fairgrounds. Fireworks begin at 10:10pm.
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- Evansville: July 4th at the Riverfront. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Terre Haute: July 4th at Fairbanks Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Wabash: July 4th at the Field of Dreams. Fireworks begin at dusk.
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- Newburgh: July 1st in downtown Newburgh. Fireworks begin at 9pm.
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- Richmond: July 1st at Glen Miller Park. Fireworks begin at dusk.
- Bluffton: July 4th at Bluffton-Harrison Middle School. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Wolcott: July 4th in downtown Wolcott. Fireworks begin at 10pm.
- Columbia City: July 1st at Morsches Park. Fireworks begin at dusk Saturday.
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