Posted on June 22, 2026

The 4th of July is right around the corner. And that means one thing: Fireworks! The skies all around the Santa Claus, Indiana, area will soon light up with a burst of brilliant color.
Want to watch the show? Here’s where to find fireworks and 4th of July celebrations!
🎆 Holidays in the Sky Drone and Fireworks Spectacular
Holiday World & Splashin' Safari kicks off its hugely popular Holidays in the Sky on June 20, 2026. The crowd-pleasing show features hundreds of LED-lit drones and a fireworks finale. A DJ-led dance party kicks off the festivities with the drone show starting at the park's close. The show is included in regular park admission, so make a day of it over the holiday weekend! Runs nightly through August 3, 2026.
🎆 Freedom on the Rock
Head to Rockport City Park on July 4, 2026 for an afternoon and evening of fun celebrating 250 years of Independence Day. Guests will enjoy food, a car show, live music, and more. The fun-filled day ends with a fireworks display at dusk
🎆 Chrisney Golf Course 4th of July Picnic
Chrisney Golf Course's event takes place on July 4, 2026. A golf scramble starts the day at 8:00 am CT, with bounce houses, pork chop dinners, and live music to follow. A fantastic fireworks show wraps up the festivities at dusk.
🎆 Dale's Celebration of America's 250th Anniversary
So... you won't actually find fireworks at this Independence Day event. But head to Dale Park on July 4, 2026, and you will find a celebration fitting for our country's big birthday, including a parade, food trucks, and live music.
There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy fireworks and 4th of July celebrations at locations near the Santa Claus, Indiana, area, too!
Independence Day Celebration - Water Street in Troy, Indiana on July 3, 2026, at 9:00 pm CT
Tell City Fireworks - Sunset Park in Tell City, Indiana on July 4, 2026, at dusk
League Stadium Fireworks - Huntingburg, Indiana, on July 4, 2026, after Bombers game
French Lick Resort Fireworks - French Lick Casino front lawn in French Lick, Indiana, on July 4, 2026, at 9:00 pm CT
All-American Fourth of July Event - Owensboro Riverfront in Owensboro, Kentucky, on July 4, 2026, at 9:15 pm CT
Fireworks on the Ohio - Riverside Drive in Evansville, Indiana, on July 4, 2026, at 9:15 pm CT
Thunder Over Patoka - Patoka Lake Beach in Birdseye, Indiana, on July 4, 2026, at 9:00 pm CT
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