101 Things To Do In Memphis #24: July 4th Events 2018
Celebrate America’s independence here in Memphis with a great lineup of events offering a multitude of different ways to party.
Tuesday, July 3rd – Millington Flag City Freedom Celebration – 4 pm to 10 pm
Millington’s Independence Day Celebration is being held at USA Stadium (4351 Babe Howard Boulevard, Millington, TN 38053). Gates open at 4 pm and the event starts at 5 pm. Parking is $5 per car with limited spots available so be sure to make it on time. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs, coolers, and blankets (no pets). Concessions will be also be available including alcohol. There will be live music, a free children’s area, and the night will close with a fireworks display!
- Tuesday, July 3rd – Collierville Independence Day Celebration – 6 pm to 10 pm
With the theme of “Party Like It’s 1776. Celebrate America’s Birthday in Collierville”, the night will feature a fun celebration of our nation’s birthday along with exciting entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show happening at Cox Park. This year’s emcee is Collierville native and Local Memphis Live host Amy Speropoulos of Local 24 News.
- Tuesday, July 3rd – City of Bartlett Fireworks Extravaganza – 6 to 10 pm
Bartlett’s fireworks show is fun for all ages and FREE for all ages. The opening ceremony is at 6 pm and the fireworks begin at 9:15 pm. In between those times, you can enjoy food and drinks (no alcohol) you packed yourself or from vendors that will be on site. So, pack a lawn chair, blanket, and enjoy the show. It will take place at Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center (Hwy 70 & Appling Road).
- Tuesday, July 3rd – Memphis Stars and Stripes 5K – 7 pm
Join fellow citizens of Memphis in the 7th annual 5K benefiting the American Red Cross and its Ready Shelby program. It also honors our local Memphis heroes, including military, fire, law enforcement, and first responders. The race will be held at the Memphis Botanic Gardens at 7 pm. After the race, racers will receive finishing medals and there will be live music as well as food and drinks available. For details on ticket prices and how to pick up your racing bib, click here.
- Tuesday, July 3rd – Celebrate Independence in Munford – 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Bring your chairs and blanket, and enjoy an evening of fellowship as Munford celebrates independence with a free fireworks show at Poplar Park. Coldwell Banker Collins-Maury is sponsoring the Kids Fun Place where there will be free inflatables and a bubble machine. Refreshments will be available as well.
- Wednesday, July 4th – Central Gardens Annual Independence Day Parade – 9 am to 2 pm
Meet over 400 annual attendees for the Central Gardens 4th of July parade. There will be a costume contest, free refreshments, and live music. (Location TBA)
- Wednesday, July 4th – Cordova Community Center Independence Day Celebration – 9:30 am
As always, the annual parade will be happening at Cordova Community Center (1017 Sanga Road). There will also be a costume contest and awards for the following categories: Best Child in Costume, Best Decorated Bicycle, Tricycle or Pet, Best Decorated Float, Wagon or Horse, Best Decorated Motorized Vehicle, Best Over-all Children’s Entry, and Best Over-all Adult Entry. For those wishing to enter the parade, you will need to check in at the Community Center by 9 am. The parade will begin at 10 am.
- Wednesday, July 4th – Annual CYCA 4th of July Family Parade – 10 am to 12 pm
There will be popsicles and festivities for the young and the young at heart, as well as a contest for the best-decorated wagon, bike, or person. They will be handing out prizes for first, second, and third place!
- Wednesday, July 4th – 4th of July @ Autozone Park – 5 pm
Celebrate our nation’s independence the All-American way with baseball, a cookout, and fireworks! A specialty ticket option for the Wednesday, July 4 game includes a cookout and a ticket to the game (6:35 p.m.) for one price.
- Wednesday, July 4th – Germantown Fireworks Extravaganza – 5 pm to 10:30 pm
Happening at Municipal Park (1900 S. Germantown Rd.), you’ll get to enjoy live music, inflatables, games, food, and drinks which will be available all throughout the festival. Then, conclude with fireworks!
- Wednesday, July 4th – 4th of July at the Peabody – 5 pm to 10 pm
What could be more Memphis than watching fireworks from the roof of the iconic Peabody hotel? Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the night.
- Wednesday, July 4th – Independence Day at Railgarten – 7:30 pm
John Paul Keith will be performing live, so grab some friends and enjoy great music, and delicious food and drinks at Railgarten.
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Later in the evening, around 5:00 p.m., July 4 make your way to Municipal Park on Exeter Road to enjoy fabulous musical entertainment, crafts, train rides, moon bounces, and free games. Whatever you do, do not miss the incredible Germantown fireworks extravaganza beginning at 9:10 p.m. You will not want to miss it. Germantown puts on a magnificent firework show and it is truly something to see!
