Here's where to watch 4th of July 2024 fireworks in Memphis and DeSoto County ??
Memphis and the Mid-South are gearing up for the Fourth of July and, as always, the holiday will be filled with fireworks spectacles, parades and various types of family fun.
Whether you're a hot dog and lemonade traditionalist or looking for a Memphis twist to the holiday, there's something for everyone to get into the red, white and blue spirit this year.
Here is a roundup of some of the Independence Day celebrations happening throughout Memphis, North Mississippi and Eastern Arkansas.
Arlington: Star-Spangled Spectacular
Arlington hosts its 11th annual Star-Spangled Spectacular, which will include food vendors, live music and a fireworks show at the end of the evening. Bring your picnic blanket and chairs. The band Big Wheel will play and food vendors will begin selling at 6 p.m. Vendors will be located in the sports field end zones. Proceeds from sales will go to support various Arlington sports groups. The fireworks are scheduled at 9:15 p.m.
When: 6-9:30 p.m. June 28
Where: Arlington Sports Complex, 11307 Memphis Arlington Road
Details: townofarlington.org/page/fireworks
Bartlett: Fireworks Extravaganza
The "Extravaganza" will include musical entertainment featuring the Bartlett Community Concert Band followed by Kevin & Bethany Paige, a Classic Car "Show & Shine" and concessions/food trucks. When the sun goes down, the night sky will light up with a spectacular fireworks show. All activities will take place on the lawn of the Bartlett Performing Arts & Conference Center and Appling Middle School.
When: 6-9:30 p.m. July 3
Where: Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center, 3730 Appling Road
Details: cityofbartlett.org/710/Fireworks-Extravaganza
Central Gardens Association July 4th Parade
The fun is back on York Avenue for the annual Central Gardens Association July 4th Parade. Festivities begin at 9 a.m. In addition to the traditional march of patriotically attired children, pets and vehicles, there will be a number of family-friendly activities including make-and-take crafts and décor, corn hole and lawn games, plus a visit from the The Start Here van from Memphis Public Libraries — where you can update or sign up for your library card and grab a free book. There will be refreshments, homemade goodies and grilled hot dogs. MemPops will be back with a limited number of free pops with an option to purchase. This year's parade, which will be led by Memphis Second Line Jazz Band, will start on York just outside the rear parking lot of Immaculate Conception Cathedral and will march eastward to the 1800 block of York, and then circle the median to return toward the church parking lot.
When: 9 a.m. July 4
Where: Immaculate Conception Cathedral, 1695 Central Ave.
Details: centralgardens.org/july4th
Collierville: Independence Day Celebration
Collierville’s Independence Day festivities will feature music from Alexis Jade & the Gemstones, followed by the Soul Shockers performing a mix of classic '60s Motown, '70s funk and today's top dance hits. The highlight of the event will be Collierville’s 18-minute fireworks show, one of the largest in the Mid-South, set to a live music performance.
When: 6-10 p.m. July 3
Where: H.W. Cox Park, 440 W. Powell Road
Details:colliervilletn.gov/visitors/explore-collierville/events
Cooper-Young: 4th of July Parade
This Midtown Memphis neighborhood tradition, organized by the Cooper-Young Community Association, is family-friendly event, with face painting, frozen-treat trucks and other kid-oriented activities.
When: 10 a.m. July 4
Where: Begins at Peabody Elementary School, 2086 Young
Details: facebook.com/events/973579910807701
Cordova: Independence Day Celebration and Parade
The annual Independence Day Celebration and Parade in Cordova will begin with a patriotic program including flag raising, Pledge of Allegiance, national anthem and the introduction of an honored veteran. The event starts at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to participate in the parade beginning at 10 a.m. Prizes for the best patriotic attire and decorations will be awarded. Free refreshments will be served following the parade.
When: 9:30 a.m. July 4
Where: Cordova Community Center, 1017 Sanga Road
Details: Call (901) 757-4400
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Germantown: Fireworks Extravaganza
Germantown will celebrate our nation’s birthday with live entertainment, crafts, refreshments and a spectacular fireworks display. A performance from Truck Patch Revival, crafts and concessions will begin at 5 p.m. The Memphis Wind Symphony will perform at 7:30 p.m., and the grand finale fireworks show will start at 9:10 pm.
When: 5-10 p.m. July 4
Where: Municipal Park, 1900 S. Germantown Road
Details: germantown-tn.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/41636/2530?curm=7&cury=2024
Graceland: All-American Weekend
Graceland Mansion will be lit up red, white and blue and will feature festivities including concerts, special "hidden" tours of Graceland, a gospel brunch and a party with Elvis-themed fireworks. Highlights of the weekend include a welcome dinner and dance party on July 4 at The Guest House at Graceland. There will also be a screening of "G.I. Blues" on July 4. Then comes a Salute to Memphis Music Concert on July 5, followed by the All-American Party & Fireworks Extravaganza celebrating 70 years of "That's All Right." An All-American Gospel Brunch with the Tennessee Mass Choir on July 6 will be followed by Cote Deonath, who takes the stage that evening for an All-American tribute concert to Elvis.
When: July 4-6
Where: Graceland and Elvis Presley's Memphis entertainment complex, The Guest House at Graceland
Details: graceland.com/july-4
Grind City Brewing Co.: July 4th Downtown Fireworks Celebration
Fireworks will return to Downtown Memphis this year with a Fourth of July event at Grind City Brewing Co. The free party — presented in conjunction with the Downtown Memphis Commission, Memphis Medical District and Downtown Neighborhood Association, among others — will start at 3 p.m. Thursday and run until 10 p.m. Live music begins at 6 p.m., with the fireworks show happening at 9 p.m. Grind City will offer a moonbounce, an inflatable slide, sparklers, food trucks and a new special beer release. There will also be non-alcoholic drinks available, as well as patrolled parking.
When: 3-10 p.m. July 4, with fireworks at 9 p.m.
Where: Grind City Brewing Co., 76 Waterworks Ave.
Details: facebook.com/grindcitybrew
Hernando: Front Porch Fireworks & Festival
Hernando will host an evening full of food trucks and other vendors, music from The 41st Army Brass Band, Kids Zone activities and, of course, climactic pyrotechnics.
When: 5 p.m., with fireworks at 9 p.m., July 4
Where: Civic Center Ball Fields, 3800 Robertson Gin Road
Details:frontporchfireworks.com/
High Point Terrace Neighborhood Parade
The 75th annual High Point Terrace Neighborhood Parade (the longest-running one in the city) is back in 2024. Bring your bikes and follow a fire truck that leads the way and turns on the hoses at the end. Frozen pops are available at the conclusion as well. This year, cars and other motorized vehicles can do a longer route that ends at Cheffie's.
When: 9 a.m., July 4
Where: Mimosa and Aurora Circle
Details: facebook.com/HPTCDC/
Horn Lake: Grand Fireworks Display & Festival
Live music from The 41st Army Brass Band will precede the pyrotechnics during Horn Lake's Grand Fireworks Display & Festival. Attendees are invited to bring picnic baskets and lawn chairs.
When: Gates open at 5 p.m., fireworks start at 9 p.m., July 3
Where: Latimer Lakes Park, 5633 Tulane Road
Details: hornlakeevents.com
Memphis: Liberty for All at Liberty Park
Presented in conjunction with the Downtown Memphis Commission, the City of Memphis will hold its official Independence Day event at Liberty Park. Dubbed "Liberty for All," this evening of "Fireworks, Food & Fun" promises food trucks; face painting, carnival games and other kid-friendly activities; and live music by Black Cream. Admission and parking are free.
When: 5-9 p.m. July 3
Where: Liberty Park (the old Fairgrounds)
Details: https://shorturl.at/5D1vI
Memphis Redbirds: Red, White & Boom
The city's Class AAA baseball team is hosting a festive Independence Day “Red, White & Boom” celebration on July 3 as they end their latest homestand. The first 1,500 fans will receive a Patriotic Redbirds Bucket Hat. Throughout the game, the Old Bluff will be open with inflatables and face painters. And, of course, there will be a postgame fireworks show, the biggest one of the season. Regular tickets will be available, as will a Cookout Specialty Ticket, that gives you access to a buffet of hamburgers, hotdogs, baked beans, coleslaw, watermelon, chips and cookies.
When: 6:30 p.m. July 3
Where: AutoZone Park, 200 Union Ave.
Details: milb.com/memphis/tickets/4th-of-july
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Millington: Flag City Celebration
Celebrate the spirit of community and the thrill of fireworks at the City of Millington Parks and Recreation Department's annual fireworks display on July 2. Parking will be $5 per vehicle. Enjoy an evening filled with music by Sherry Oke, food and beverage concessions (available for purchase), and a kid zone with inflatables.
When: Gates open at 6 p.m., fireworks start at sundown, July 2
Where: Millington Sports Complex, 4885 Bill Knight Road
Details: millingtontn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=459
Olive Branch: Independence Day Fireworks
Get ready for two nights of fireworks in Olive Branch this Fourth of July weekend. Olive Branch is holding its annual Independence Day fireworks celebration in conjunction with the Light the Way Musical Festival on July 5-6 at Olive Branch City Park. Fireworks are expected to begin between 9 and 9:30 each night.
When: 9 p.m. July 5-6
Where: Olive Branch City Park, 8267 Goodman Road
Details: visitdesotocounty.com/events/detail/independence-day-celebration-2024
Overton Square Independence Celebration 2024
It's heating up just in time for the annual Overton Square Independence Celebration. This free fun event will feature live music from South Bound Band. There will be free face painting and balloon art for the kids, and everyone can check out the Fire Museum's cool vintage fire trucks.
When: 5 p.m.-7 p.m. June 29
Where: Overton Square, 2783 Madison Ave.
Details: facebook.com/events/816059563322442
Southaven Fireworks Extravaganza
DeSoto County continues to prove itself Independence Day Central with yet another civic celebration. There will be live music from The 41st Army Brass Band (who will be very busy on the 4th!), a kid zone, food vendors and plenty of eye-catching fireworks.
When: 5 p.m. until after dark, July 4
Where: Snowden Grove Park, 33335 Pine Tar Alley
Details: visitdesotocounty.com/events/detail/fireworks-extravaganza-2025
West Memphis: Freedom Fest 2024
Celebrate the Fourth of July in West Memphis, with fun for the whole family and Eastern Arkansas’ largest fireworks show. There will be food trucks, fire trucks, plus live music by Da M Town Band and Charlotte Taylor and Gypsy Rain.
When: 5 p.m. June 28
Where: Tilden Rogers Park, 825 N. Airport Road, West Memphis
Details: facebook.com/thecityofwestmemphis/
This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: 4th of July fireworks: Where to watch around Memphis, DeSoto County
