It's time to celebrate America's 242nd birthday, and Northeast Ohio is ready to let freedom ring!
WKYC has compiled a list of some of the best festivities and fireworks displays in the area. If you'd like to submit one you think we missed, please send an email to WKYC-Webteam@wkyc.com
NOTE: All festivities take place on July 4, unless otherwise noted
Ashtabula County
Asthabula (June 28-July 1)
- Festival at Lakeview Park with ride, entertainment, food, and more
- Fireworks at 10 p.m. on July 1
Cuyahoga County
Bay Village
- Fireworks at dusk during "Bay Days"
Berea
- Grindstone Festival begins at 4 p.m. at Coe Lake Park
- Fireworks later on
Bratenahl (July 3)
- Independence Day Celebration at Village park starting at 7 p.m.
- Fireworks around 10 p.m.
Brecksville (June 30-July 1)
- Part of Brecksville Home Days celebration
- Fireworks at 10 p.m. both nights on Brecksville Road
Cleveland (July 6)
- Star-Spangled Spectacular: Concert begins at 9 p.m., fireworks follow around 10:15 p.m.
- Great Lakes Science Center "Rock 'n Boom" at 8 p.m. on July 4
Fairview Park (June 29-July 1)
- Fairview Park Summerfest featuring rides, games, and food
- Fireworks on June 30 at Bohlken Park
Independence (July 3)
- Fireworks at dark, Elmwood Park
Lakewood
- 9:45 p.m., Lakewood Park
Mayfield Village (June 30)
- Parkview Pool activities starting at noon
- Music at the Grove at 4 p.m.
- Firewords at 10 p.m.
North Olmsted (July 1)
- Boom! 2018 at Great Northern Mall at 7 p.m.
- Fireworks at dusk
Solon (July 3)
- Fireworks at dusk at Solon Community Park
Strongsville
- Fireworks at 10 p.m. at Foltz Athletic Fields
Westlake
- Festivities begin near Clague Park at 9:30 a.m., with parade, food, car shot, and more
- Fireworks at dusk
Geauga County
Bainbridge Township
- Music & activities at Kenston High School starting at 6 p.m.
- Fireworks at dusk
Chardon (July 3)
- Fireworks at 8 p.m. at Chardon High School
Thompson (July 3)
- Independence Eve Explosion at Thompson Raceway Park
- Fireworks at dusk
Lake County
Mentor
- Concert at Civic Center Park starting at 8 p.m.
- 25-minute firework show to follow
Lorain County
Avon (July 3)
- Alpine Bank's Salute to the USA (featuring fireworks and various activities) starts at 5 p.m.
Avon Lake (July 3)
- Fireworks at 7 p.m., Weiss Field
Columbia Station (June 28-30)
- Festival at Columbia Park
- Fireworks at 10 p.m. on June 30
Elyria (July 7)
- Fireworks at dusk at Lorain County Speedway
Lorain
- Fireworks at dusk at Black River Landing
North Ridgeville (July 3)
- Star Spangled Celebration at South Central Park, 7 p.m.
Grafton (July 3)
- Fireworks at 8 p.m. at Willow and Reservoir Parks
Wellington (July 3)
- Fireworks at dusk at Lorain County Fairgrounds
Medina County
Medina (July 3)
- Fireworks
Wadsworth (July 3)
- Fireworks at dusk on High St.
Portage County
Aurora
- Fireworks at West Pioneer Trail baseball fields, around 9:45 p.m.
Hiram (July 3)
- Fireworks at Hiram College football field, 9:30 p.m.
Kent (June 30)
- Kent Heritage Festival ay Kramer Ball Fields
- Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Streetsboro (July 6-7)
- Hayrides, carnival, and bingo at Woodside Lake Park
- Fireworks at dusk
Stark County
Alliance
- Fireworks at dusk at Silver Park
Jackson Township (June 27-30)
- Community Celebration featuring music, car show, and 5K
- Fireworks at dark on June 30
Massillon (July 3)
- Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. at Tommy Henrich Blvd.
North Canton
- 4th of July races, 7:45 a.m. at North Canton YMCA
- Fireworks at dusk at Dogwood Park
Summit County
Akron (June 29-July 4)
- 41st annual Rib White and Blue Festival at Lock 3. CLICK HERE to read more about it.
- Fireworks on July 4 at 9:45 p.m.
Cuyahoga Falls (July 3-4)
- 8 p.m. at Blossom Music Center, featuring music from the Blossom Festival Band
Hudson (June 28-July 1)
- Hudson Booster Days featuring carnival, food, parade, and more
- Fireworks at dusk on July 1
Portage Lakes (June 30)
- Sand castle building contest and boat parade at State Park
- Fireworks at 10 p.m.