Red, White, and Boom! Independence Day Celebration
Date
July 3
Time
4:00 PM
Location
Wilderness Road Event Center
About This Event
London's annual Independence Day celebration kicks off at 4 PM with a petting zoo, train rides, food trucks, inflatables, and games for the kids. The DAV presents the colors, and the evening culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over the fairgrounds. Free admission.
Family activities run from 4 PM: a petting zoo, train rides, inflatables, yard games, and a lineup of local food trucks.
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) present the colors in a patriotic ceremony honoring local service members.
The night closes with one of the region's biggest fireworks displays, launched over the fairgrounds. Admission and parking are completely free — bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Planning to Attend?
Hours, admission, parking, and everything else you need to know.
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Stadium Seat Cushion
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Ear Protection
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Kids' Ear Muffs
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Compact Binoculars
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Rain Poncho Pack
The fair runs rain or shine — be ready.
Folding Wagon
Haul chairs, coolers, and tired kids with ease.
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Getting There
202 Barbourville Rd, London, KY 40741 · Free parking on the fairgrounds