Akron – Red, White, & Blue: Akron's National Rib Festival & Fireworks Display
Northeast Ohio’s largest 4th of July rib festival brings rib vendors from all over the United States to compete for cash prizes & bragging rights. Admission is free and gates open at 11am. Fireworks on July 4, 2019, at 9:45pm.
Where: Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44308
Cost: FREE admission
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Barberton – Fireworks Night at Barberton Speedway
Aaron's Own It presents the annual Fourth of July Party. Join in for competitive racing followed by one of the area's best fireworks shows!
When:Saturday, June 29, 2019
Where:3363 Clark Mill Rd., Norton, OH 44203
Cost:Tickets required.
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Cuyahoga Falls – Blossom Music Festival: Salute to America
Great music, fireworks, and fun for the whole family for the 50th anniversary of the Blossom Festival Band! Blossom’s traditional, star-spangled celebration features a mix of patriotic Sousa marches, Broadway favorites, an Armed Forces Salute, and more – concluding with fireworks!
When:July 3-4, 2019; 8pm
Where:Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
Cost:Tickets required.
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Fairlawn – Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
The parade will step off from the St. Hilary parking lot at 4:30pm, head west on W. Market St. and conclude in the 3320 W. Market St. parking lot (directly across from Summit Mall) where trophies will be handed out. Before the fireworks, you are invited to Bicentennial Park (3486 S. Smith Rd.) to enjoy a two-hour performance by Mick & Rick beginning at 5pm, followed by the Brass Band of the Western Reserve at 8pm. The fireworks will begin at 10pm, but please be aware that they may go off anytime between 7:30pm and 10:30pm, weather permitting. The Fairlawn City Women’s Club and several food trucks will be selling refreshments.
When:Thursday, July 4, 2019; Parade: 4:30pm, Bands: 5:30 (in Bicentennial Park), Fireworks: 10pm
Where:Bicentennial Park, 3486 S. Smith Rd., Fairlawn, OH 44333
Cost:FREE
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Green – Freedom Fest & Fireworks
Food vendors, beer garden, entertainment, inflatables and activities, train rides, fireworks, and more! Kids and their families will enjoy performances by Dr. U. R. Awesome, Rockin' Robots, Outback Ray Animal Show, and more.
When:Saturday, June 29, 2019; 12pm-11pm
Where:Boettler Park, 5300 Massillon Rd., North Canton, OH 44720
Cost:Admission is a school supply to benefit Green Good Neighbors; Free Parking.
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Hudson – 4th of July Fireworks
Join in as the City of Hudson puts on its annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration at dusk. (Note: There is no pre-fireworks event this year.)
When:Friday, July 5, 2019; Fireworks begin at dusk
Where:Barlow Farm Park, 1965 Barlow Rd., Hudson, OH 44236
Cost:FREE
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Stow – FREE Fourth of July Parade
The City of Stow Parks & Recreation Department and the Kiwanis Club of Stow-Munroe Falls are sponsors of this traditional community event favorite. This year's theme: Freedom is …
When:Thursday, July 4, 2019; 10am
Where:The parade traditionally steps off from the Stow-Kent Shopping Center, located at 4445 Kent Rd., and travels down Kent Rd. past Holy Family Church.
Cost:FREE
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Springfield Lake – Rock the Docks Festival & Fireworks
This annual event has something for everyone – live music, carnival rides, food, games, and a fireworks show! Plus, Outback Ray | Amazing Animal Shows will be making his annual appearance on Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 12-1pm, and kids can join in The Home Depot Kid’s Workshop at 1pm (while supplies last)
When:June 27-30, 2019
Fireworks: Saturday, June 29, 2019; dusk
Where:2459 Canfield Rd., Akron, OH 44312
Cost:FREE
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