Fishers, Indy-Area July 4th Fireworks, Parades, More: 2018 Guide

FISHERS, IN — Fireworks, bbq's, and plenty of red, white and blue sights are right around the corner when Fourth of July festivities take over. As July 4 falls on a Wednesday this year, Fishers will celebrate the patriotic holiday with the inaugural Spark!Fishers event on Saturday, June 30.

After years of Fourth of July celebrations during Fishers Freedom Festival, City officials say Spark!Fishers offers a fresh twist on the favorite local summer tradition.

According to the event website, the weekend kicks off with the AMP After Dark Road Show on Friday, June 29 featuring Sugar Ray and special guest Ryan Ahlwardt. Tickets can be purchased online.

Spark!Fishers Schedule of Events for June 30:

• 8 a.m. – Fishers Farmers’ Market & 5k Walk/Run
• 11 a.m. – Opening Ceremony & Street Fair Opens
• 7 p.m. – Parade*
• 10 p.m. – Fireworks*
• *Fireworks and Parade rain makeup date is Sunday, July 1.

Don't miss out on the Spark!Fishers Show - The Pettybreakers - on July 3 as part of the 2018 Summer Concert Series at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater.

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Other local Fourth of July events:

There will be many celebrations taking place in downtown Indianapolis on July 4, including the 4th of July Block Party, IPL Downtown Freedom Blast, Party on the Plaza, Independence Day Baseball, and 4th of July Olé. MORE: Indianapolis July 4th Fireworks, Parades and More: 2018 Guide

Over in Carmel, the city's annual CarmelFest takes place July 3 from 3 pm-10 pm & Tuesday, July 4 from noon to 10 p.m.

The Noblesville Fireworks Festival will take place on the grounds of Noblesville High School (18111 Cumberland Road) from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be several activities for people of all ages, according to the event page. The grand finale of the day will be the fireworks display at 10 p.m.

Know of other events in the area or hosting your own? Post them on the Patch Calendar!

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