It's not an Independence Day celebration without fireworks! Enjoy the following fireworks shows and Fourth of July festivities in Monroe County.
Stay tuned as more events may be added
Friday, June 26
Monroe County Fairgrounds Fireworks - POSTPONED
- Time: Gates will open at 7:00 PM
- Location: Monroe County Fairgrounds
- Admission: $10.00 per car
Join the Fair for their annual fireworks show! Gates open at 7:00 PM. - Their fireworks will now take place on Saturday, September 26 due to weather.
Friday, July 3
Independence Day Community Celebration of Emmanuel Church
- Time: 6:00-11:00 PM
- Location: Emmanuel Church
- Admission: Free
Celebrate Independence Day with us on Friday, July 3, at 6:00 PM. This evening will be filled with fun for the whole family with local food trucks, cornhole, yard games, music, and fireworks.
Fireworks Extravaganza at The Speedway
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Location: Bloomington Speedway
- Admission: $18.00-$39.00 per ticket, 12 and under free
Join us in celebrating Independence Day with fireworks, and great racing! IMCA Race Savers, Tex-a-Con UMP Super Stocks, Ruppenthal Memorial for MMSA Lightning Sprints.
Saturday, July 4
Open Swim Day
- Time: 11:00 AM-7:00 PM
- Location: Bryan Park Pool and Mills Pool
- Admission: Free
Fourth of July Parade
- Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Location: South side of Monroe County Courthouse
- Admission: Free
A live performance by the Bloomington Community Band begins at 9 a.m. on the south side of the Monroe County Courthouse at 100 W. Kirkwood Ave., followed by the parade at 10 a.m. The Bloomington Community Band performance and the Fourth of July Parade may be delayed or cancelled for safety in the event of extreme weather. Call 812-349-3754 for schedule updates.
Independence Day Annual Fireworks Show at Lake Lemon
- Time: 4:00 PM
- Location: Lake Lemon
- Admission: $25.00 per vehicle
Celebrate the 250th Independence Day at Lake Lemon with a night of community, great views, and one of the best fireworks shows in southern Indiana. Food trucks will be on site, and fireworks begin at dusk. Watch from shore or water and enjoy the evening. The cost $25/vehicle for entry.
Ellettsville Fireworks Celebration
- Time: 5:00 PM
- Location: 601 Edgewood Drive, Ellettsville
- Admission: Free, donations accepted
The fireworks show will be viewed near the Richland-Bean Blossom Community School Corp. property, including the cross country course and tennis court areas at Edgewood Schools, according to a flyer from the fire department. The rain date for the event is Friday, July 10, 2026.