Memphis Moms Fourth of July Guide {2026}
Friday, June 26
Arlington’s Star Spangled Spectacular
Arlington, TN | Arlington Sports Complex | 11307 Memphis Arlington Road | 6:00 p.m.
The 2026 Arlington’s Star Spangled Spectacular is on! Join us on Friday, June 26th for fireworks, food, and live music! The event starts at 6:00 p.m. with fireworks beginning at approximately 9:15.
West Memphis, AR | Tilden Rogers Park | 825 N Airport Rd | 5 p.m.
Celebrate the Fourth of July with us! Fun for the entire family, and did we mention FIREWORKS! See Eastern Arkansas’s Largest fireworks show! There will be food trucks, fire trucks, LIVE music by John Williams & A440 with Special Guest, Smooth Pat & The Suave Band. Bring your lawn chair and sit back and enjoy the show!
Thursday, July 2
Flag City Freedom Celebration 2026
Millington, TN | Navy Mid-South Conference Center | 5700 Attu St | 6:00- 10:00 p.m.
Annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show – NEW LOCATION! Join us for a spectacular night of food and fireworks at our Annual Fireworks Show, now at an exciting new location: the field behind the Navy Mid-South Conference Center! The gates open at 6:00 PM and fireworks will begin around 9:00 p.m.
Memphis: Liberty for All at Liberty Park
Liberty Park | Memphis | 340 South Hollywood | 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
- Free parking and admission in any of the Liberty Park lots, including Tiger Lane
- Live music and family entertainment
- Local food trucks and Adult Beverages
- Biggest Fireworks Show in town starting at 9 p.m.
Horn Lake, MS | Latimer Lake Park | 5633 Tulane Rd | 4:00-10:00 p.m.
Vendors, activities, and the Fourth of July concert start at 7pm. Live Music! Come early and bring a picnic! Fireworks start at 9:15pm. Free parking and free admission.
Collierville Annual Independence Day Celebration
Collierville, TN | 6-10 p.m. | W.C. Cox Park | 440 W. Powell Road | 6:00-10:00 p.m.
The town of Collierville will be holding its 40th annual Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 2 (rain date July 3). Music begins at 7 p.m. The evening will kick off with a performance by Alexis Grace, the Memphis-born artist who first gained national recognition on Season 8 of American Idol. She will be followed by Party Planet, delivering a high-energy set packed with favorite dance hits. The 18-minute fireworks show that begins at 9:30 p.m. is described as “one of the largest in the Mid-South.”
Bartlett, TN | Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center | Hwy 70 & Appling Road | 6-9:30 p.m.
You are invited to join us for a Star-Spangled Fireworks Extravaganza
in celebration of our Nation’s Birthday. Plan to start the night with live musical entertainment featuring the Bartlett Community Concert Band and back by popular demand, Kevin and 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. Fireworks start at 9:10 p.m.
Munford, TN |Poplar Park | 8:30 pm-9:30 pm
Bring your chairs, bring your blanket, and enjoy an evening of fellowship while celebrating the Fourth of July with a free fireworks show at Poplar Park. Check out the Munford, TN website for more event details!
Friday, July 3
Hernando, MS | Hernando Baptist Church | 11 East Center Street | 7:00
Decorate your bikes, trikes, scooters and yourselves in patriotic decor! The starting point of this Fourth of July parade is the east parking lot of Hernando Baptist Church at 7:30pm. The Hernando Police Department will hand out bike helmets and give bike safety instructions to the children.
All-American Party & Elvis Fireworks Extravanganza
Whitehaven | Elvis Presley’s Memphis | 6285 Snowden Ln | 7 p.m. Friday
For 250 years, America has stood for freedom, spirit, innovation, and unforgettable moments. No entertainer captured that spirit quite like Elvis Presley. He didn’t just love this country — in many ways, he embodied it: bold, original, proud, and larger than life. Highlights of the weekend include two electrifying concerts, a spectacular Party & Fireworks Extravaganza on July 3 and the All-American Gospel Brunch featuring the Tennessee Mass Choir. This is the kind of weekend people talk about for years. Don’t be the one who missed it. Make your plans now and join us for a weekend of music, memories, and All-American fun at Graceland.
Downtown | Autozone Park | 200 Union Ave
The Memphis Redbirds are excited to light up the skies during our Independence Day Celebration presented by AutoZone on Friday, July 3 and Saturday July 4 after the Charlotte Knights game! Don’t miss the best fireworks show in the Mid-South!
Olive Branch, MS | Olive Branch City Park |8267 Goodman Road | 3:00-10:00 p.m.
Light the Way Freedom Fest is the ultimate Independence Day celebration! It’s a full FREE day of live music, family fun, and an unforgettable fireworks finale provided by the City of Olive Branch. Featuring Jamie MacDonald, with more artists to be announced soon!
Saturday, July 4
FOURTH OF JULY DAYTIME EVENTS
High Point Neighborhood Parade
Memphis | Mimosa and Aurora Circle | 9:00 a.m.
Bring your bike for this fun Fourth of July neighborhood parade (the longest running one in the city). A fire truck leads the way and turns on the hoses at the end. Popsicles are available at the conclusion as well. This year, cars and other motorized vehicles can do a longer route that ends at Cheffie’s!
Central Gardens 4th of July Parade
Don’t miss the Central Gardens Independence Day Parade! This year, it will be on Belvedere Blvd (north of Peabody). Parade registration starts at 9 a.m. The parade will be at 10:30 a.m. This year, the float contest is back! Plus more costume fun for kids and pets! Decorate your bikes, wagons, and strollers!
Pidgeon Estates Neighborhood Parade
Memphis | 10:00 a.m.
Cooper Young Community Association Independence Day Parade
Memphis | Peabody Elementary | 2086 Young Avenue | 10 a.m.
All are welcome to come out and celebrate the Fourth of July with popsicles, sidewalk chalk, and a short parade near Peabody Elementary. Every year is slightly different but it’s always a blast to hang out with the neighborhood and celebrate this patriotic holiday.
FOURTH OF JULY EVENING EVENTS
Tom Lee Park | 6pm-9pm
Independence Day on the River is a riverfront celebration in downtown Memphis. Taking place from 6 to 9 p.m. It’s a free event that is held in three locations: River Garden, Fourth Bluff Park, and on Riverside Drive, all of which will feature live entertainment stages, games, food trucks, and plenty of activities. Visitors are advised to bring lawn chairs and blankets for the culmination of the event, which is a spectacular fireworks show that will launch over the river and be visible from all three venues.
Germantown | Municipal Park S Germantown Road | 5 pm-10 pm
Celebrate our nation’s birthday with live entertainment, crafts, refreshments and not to mention – a spectacular fireworks display. Germantown’s Fireworks Extravaganza will be held on Saturday, July 4, at Municipal Park, 1900 South Germantown Road. A live music performance, crafts, and concessions will begin at 5 p.m. The grand finale fireworks show will start at 9:10 pm.
Renasant Convention Center | 255 North Main St | 5:00-10:00 p.m.
Welcome to 4th Fest at Renasant Convention Center! Get ready for a spectacular celebration on July 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM (Central Time). Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with music, food, face painting, bounce houses, yard games, and fireworks. Bring your family and friends to enjoy this patriotic event. This is an indoor event featuring a view of the Downtown Memphis Fireworks! Join us for the whole party or just the fireworks.
Activities are free to enjoy – Food and Drinks will be for sale by RK Bluff City Catering
