Area Fourth of July Events
From the Jun 30, 2026 e-Edition
Carroll County July 4th Events
Friday, July 3 at dark — Terry Volunteer Fire Department Fireworks Show
Friday and Saturday, July 3-4, gates open at 5:30 p.m. — Clayhill Motorsports Park Freedom and Fireworks Celebration Nights
Saturday, July 4 at 5 p.m. — Freedom Festival at McKenzie Recreational Park
Saturday, July 4 at 5:30 p.m. — McLemoresville Parade; Fireworks Show at dark
Saturday, July 4 at 6 p.m. – Hollow Rock Fire Department Fireworks Show and Music at Central High School
Saturday, July 4 at dark — Eastview Fireworks Show at the Carroll County Fairgrounds
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce holds an America 250 event Saturday, July 18 from 9-11:30 a.m., recognizing the day the Declaration of Independence was read to the public in Boston for the first time. In celebration, Carroll County officials will read the Declaration of Independence at the Carroll County Court House.
Events compiled by the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce. Times and dates are subject to change.
Gleason Happy Birthday America Celebration
A Happy Birthday America 250th Anniversary celebration is in downtown Gleason on Friday, July 3. A parade begins at 6 p.m. Local talent begins at 6:30 p.m. featuring Hadley Garrison and Jade Kowalewski. A classic car cruise-in is on Magnolia Avenue at 7 p.m. Fireworks are at 9 p.m.
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