Independence Day fireworks & festivals

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) -  Where and when can you find Independence Day celebrations and fireworks displays in the Greater Lafayette area? Check the city-by-city list below. If you know of an event we missed, e-mail us at internet18@wlfi.com . You can also contact us if you have a link to more information about an event or updates to the time or location.

Lafayette & West Lafayette

Stars and Stripes Celebration
Monday, July 4. Music starts at 7:00 p.m. Fireworks 10:00 p.m.
Riehle Plaza, Downtown Lafayette

Independence Day Celebration
Sunday, July 3, 2011, 5:30 – 9:30pm
First Assembly of God 108 Beck Lane Lafayette, IN 47905
A free community event on July 3 celebrating our nation’s independence. There is something for the whole family. We have bounce houses, parachuters, live entertainment, door prizes and of course the evening will end with fireworks. The only cost associated with the event is food and beverages from outside vendors.

21st Annual Children's Box Parade
Saturday, July 2. Meet at 10:00 a.m., parade begins at 10:30 a.m.
453 S. 9th Street
Kids are encouraged to bring decorated boxes (with no wheels unless part of a stroller or a wheelchair) to wear, push, or pull. Parents may march too. Fun activities will follow the parade including ice cream, live music, a petting zoo, and face painting.

Delphi

Delphi Independence Day Parade
Saturday, July 2, 10:00 a.m.

Canal Days Festival
Saturday – Sunday, July 2 & 3
Canal Park, Delphi
Old fashioned festival in the 1850s canal era. Children’s games, food, trail walks, craftsmen, canal boat rides and carriage rides.

Fowler

Fowler 4th of July Festival
Friday - Sunday. July 1 - July 3
This festival spans multiple days and includes contests, dancing, music, fun, and more. More details are available on  http://www.townoffowler.com

Lebanon

Boone County 4th of July Parade
July 4, 2:00 p.m.
Parking available at Lebanon Middle School and southwest of Lebanon High School
The parade draws a crowd of over 20,000 people each year.
Find out more at: http://www.bccn.boone.in.us/4th/

Fireworks
July 4, 10:00 p.m.
Lebanon Middle School
Find out more at: http://www.bccn.boone.in.us/4th/

Monticello

Proud to Be an American Boat Parade & Celebration in the Park
Saturday, July 2. 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Lake Freeman, viewing stand at The Sportsman Inn
Now in its seventh year, we celebrate the Independence Day Weekend in Monticello, Indiana by filling the Madam Carroll with military veterans to lead the long line of over 60 decorated boats. Fun in the park to follow parade.
Find out more at: http://www.boats4vets.com/

Thunder on Lake Freeman
Sunday, July 3. dusk
Pearson's Marina
Bring a blanket, lawn chair or just sit on the ground and enjoy one of North Central’s Largest Fireworks Displays.
 

New Richmond

4th of July Festival
Monday, July 4. 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Fireworks at dusk.
New Richmond Park
FREE community event celebrating our country’s independence. Something for everyone! Great food, drinks and other vendors throughout the day. Games for children of all ages.Drawings for prizes throughout the day. For more information visit www.newrichmondfestival.com .

Noblesville

Noblesville July 4th Parade and Fireworks Festival
Monday, July 4. 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Noblesville High School
All festival activities are free of charge. They include a classic car show, the music of Jayne Bond and the Pink Martinis from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., a bounce house, rock climbing wall, and a mini NASCAR track. Find out more at the city of Noblesville website .

Peru

Annual Fireworks Display
July 4
Maconaquah Park
There will be several events all throughout the day. Some of the events are baseball tournaments, live music, and family activities. The Fireworks Show will be at dusk.

Walton

4th of July Parade
Monday, July 4. 2:00 p.m.
Lewis Cass Parking Lot
Line-up starts at 1:00 p.m. entry is free and entries are accepted until July 1. Festivities include food booths, crafts and various vendors. Also, a car show and fish fry. Contact: Carol Woolever 765-4302-0945

Winamac

Fireworks at Pulaski County 4-H and Community Fair
Monday, July 4. Dusk
Pulaski County 4-H and Community Fairgrounds

Wolcott

Sesquicentennial Summer Fest
Sunday-Monday, July 3-4.
Craft Booths, Entertainment, Rides, Car Show, Daily Events, Wolcott House Tours, Parade, Fireworks are a few of things going to be happening in Wolcott. Visit http://www.wolcottfestival.com for more details!