List Of 2018 Fireworks Displays In Northeast Iowa
Several area cities are celebrating America's 242nd birthday with fireworks displays and other activities this summer. Here is the list of 2018 community events, including information links.
Black Hawk County:
CITY OF WATERLOO – Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 10 PM
Site: RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza – Downtown
Details: Main Street Waterloo presents the 2nd annual "Mayor's Independence Day Extravaganza" featuring music, food and fireworks on the bank of the Cedar River from 3:30 PM - Midnight. Musical entertainment includes Sugarfoot (7:30 - 9:15 PM) and Kevin Burt (9:30 - 11 PM).
For More Information: CLICK HERE.
WATERLOO – Monday, July 2, 2018 at approximately 9:45 PM
Site: KOA Bamboo Ridge Campground – 4550 Hess Road
Details: The fireworks display is part of the holiday weekend, June 30-July 2.
For More Information: CLICK HERE.
WATERLOO – Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at approximately 9:30 PM
Site: Riverfront Stadium – 850 Park Road
Details: Fireworks follow Waterloo Bucks vs. Willmar Stingers, which begins at 6:35 PM. Gates open at 5:35 PM.
For Ticket Information: CLICK HERE.
WATERLOO – Saturday, July 7, 2018 at approximately 9:30 PM
Site: Riverfront Stadium – 850 Park Road
Details: Fireworks follow Waterloo Bucks vs. St. Cloud Rox baseball game, which begins at 6:35 PM. Gates open at 5:35 PM
For Ticket Information: CLICK HERE.
Bremer County:
Frederika - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Dusk
Site: East Side of Town
Details: Fireworks are part of "Frederika's Fourth Fest", which runs June 30, July 3-4 and July 8. The four-day festival also includes softball tournaments, parade, fireman's dance, and a comedian-magician.
For Schedule of "Frederika Fourth Fest" Activities: CLICK HERE.
Buchanan County:
INDEPENDENCE – Wednesday, July 4, 2018 from 10 - 10:30 PM
Site: Near Downtown, Over The Wapsipinicon River
Details: Bring a chair or blanket to Riverwalk Parks to experience what organizers promote as one of the best fireworks shows in northeast Iowa! "Celebrate Our Independence" is a four-day event (June 30, July 1, 3-4) that features concessions and musical entertainment, especially before and after the fireworks.
For Schedule of Festival Activities: CLICK HERE or CLICK HERE.
Butler County:
SHELL ROCK - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 10 PM
Site: Behind Shell Rock Elementary School - 214 N. Cherry St.
Details: The city-wide celebration runs June 30, July 1, 3-4, 2018, and also features carnival rides, a 5K run, a 4th of July parade, kiddie parade, live music, laser tag, and garage sales at a variety of sites.
For Schedule of Activities: CLICK HERE.
Clayton County:
GARNAVILLO - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Dusk
Site: Garnavillo City Park - U.S. Highway 52 (N. Main Street)
Details: The 46th annual celebration has several other events, including an ice cream social and teddy bear parade on Tuesday, July 3, 2018, and a 5K walk/run, live music, parade, demonstrations, food, games and contests on Wednesday, July 4 before the fireworks. This year's theme: "Peace, Love and the 4th of July".
For Schedule of Activities: CLICK HERE.
GARNAVILLO - Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Dusk
Site: Clayton Hills Campground - 31846 Clayton Road, Garnavillo
Details: Everyone is invited to come and watch.
For More Information: CLICK HERE.
GUTTENBERG - Saturday, June 30, 2018 at Dusk
Site: Guttenberg Riverfront, Over The Mississippi River
Details: The "Stars & Stripes Celebration" at Ingleside Park (200 block of N. River Park Dr.) includes a 5K walk/run; food vendors and beverage garden; music, games, and parade. This year's theme: "Reelin' In The Summer Fun".
For Schedule of Activities: CLICK HERE.
MARQUETTE - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 9:30 PM
Site: Ellwood Mattson Park - Lower Harbor (Marquette Riverfront, Over The Mississippi River)
Details: Celebrate the 4th of July alongside the Mississippi River in a classic, small-town celebration full of pride and joy. The celebration also includes a parade, live music, beer tent, food and a flea market.
For More Information: CLICK HERE.
Delaware County:
DYERSVILLE - Tuesday, July 3 2018 at Dusk
Site: Commercial Club Park - 2nd Ave. SE
Details: Carnival rides, a square dance and music are all part of the celebration.
For More Information: CLICK HERE.
EARLVILLE - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Dusk
Site: Little League Diamond - Prospect St. & W. South Side Road.
Details: The celebration begins with the vehicle/motorcycle cruise on July 1st. Activities will be held all day on July 4th, starting with a 5K fun run/walk at 9 a.m. Other events include a bean bag tournament, car/motorcycle show, parade, music, food and other various activities.
For Schedule of Activities: CLICK HERE.
Fayette County:
WEST UNION - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 9:30 PM
Site: West Union Recreation Center - North Pine St.
Details: Celebrate the 4th of July with a variety of activities that are fun for the entire family, beginning with a softball tournament at 8 AM.
For Schedule of Activities: CLICK HERE.
Floyd County:
CHARLES CITY – Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 10 PM
Site: Floyd County Courthouse Parking Lot - 101 S. Main St. & Main Street Bridge
Details: The 4th of July Celebration runs June 29-July 4 and July 7, 2018, and also features a variety of activities for both children and adults at many different sites. Among the planned events are a parade; music and entertainment; 5K/mile runs; and kids parade.
For Schedule of Festival Activities: CLICK HERE.
Grundy County:
REINBECK - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at 10 PM
Site: Elmwood Park - Iowa Highway 175 & South Hawkeye Road (V. Ave.), West End of Town
Details: The city's 4th of July festival includes a variety of events at different locations, starting with a grand parade at 1:30 PM. There will also be a group sky lantern launch after fireworks.
For Schedule of Festival Activities: CLICK HERE.
Tama County:
DYSART - Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Dusk
Site: City Park - 602 Sherman St.
Details: The city's celebration is July 3-4, 2018, and includes a slow pitch softball tournament, dance, 5K Run/Walk, parade, egg toss, free throw contest, and a talent show.
**Fireworks Rain Date: Thursday, July 5, 2018**
For Schedule of Festival Activities: CLICK HERE.
Winneshiek County:
KENDALLVILLE/CRESCO – Saturday, June 30 & Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 10 PM
Site: Harvest Farm Campground Resort - 3690 318th Ave., Rural Cresco
For More Information: CLICK HERE.
SPILLVILLE - Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 9:30 PM
Site: Riverside Park and Inwood Ballroom - 116 Bridge St. (Iowa Highway 325)
Details: Organizers promote this fireworks display as the largest in northeast Iowa. Several other events are planned for the day, including music and games. Admission to the park is $3 per person, $5 per vehicle.
For Schedule of Activities: CLICK HERE.