Free Fourth of July Celebrations in Independence

Independence is celebrating America’s 250^th birthday with four days of patriotic fun, history, live entertainment and family activities to mark the Fourth of July. Most events are free.

Thursday, July 2

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

Photo: Visit Independence

Kick off the holiday weekend with Independence’s annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

The free event features an evening of family fun with:

• Food trucks
• Family-friendly games and activities
• Live entertainment
• Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy one of the area’s biggest early Independence Day celebrations.

When: Thursday, July 2, 2026, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Where: Independence Municipal Commons, 937 W. Walnut St., Independence, MO 64050

Cost: Free

July 3 to 5

Independence Square, A Celebration of Independence

During the holiday weekend, artists will create sidewalk chalk murals of important moments in American history, and visitors are invited to join in. Local shops and restaurants will be open.

Saturday, July 4

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Red, White & Tru

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum during Red, White & Tru, a free family festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Activities include:

• Live music by 3 Trails West
• Living history demonstrations
• Meet President Harry S. Truman reenactor Jim O’Heir
• Patriotic face painting
• Interactive chalk art
• Yard games
• Food trucks
• Family activities for all ages

Admission to the museum is free during the event, giving visitors a chance to explore the exhibits while celebrating Independence Day.

When: Saturday, July 4, 2026, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum, 500 W. U.S. Highway 24, Independence, MO 64050

Cost: Free

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