By April Rodgers, Content Coordinator | FreeWire—Your News, Your Voice
It was July 4, 1777—exactly one year after the signing of the Declaration of Independence—when fireworks first lit up the skies in celebration of the nation’s birth. That night, the city of Philadelphia rang with cannon fire, music, and colorful explosions, setting a tradition that’s lasted nearly 250 years.
Today, fireworks remain a vibrant symbol of American independence, bringing communities together in celebration of freedom. Here’s where and when you can catch local fireworks shows across North Central Ohio and beyond, all beginning at dusk.
Fireworks Schedule by Date
Saturday, June 28
• Ontario – Marshall Park
Thursday, July 3
• Bucyrus – Downtown Bucyrus Lane Street Soccer Field
• Crestline – Hutson Stadium
• Upper Sandusky – Behind Upper Sandusky High School
• Columbus – Red, White & Boom in Downtown Columbus
Friday, July 4
• Marion – Marion County Fairgrounds
• Galion – Heise Park
Sunday, July 6
• Mansfield – Charles Mill Lake Park
Be sure to check in with FreeWire for updates in case of weather-related delays or rain dates. We’ll keep you posted on any changes as Independence Day celebrations approach.
As you celebrate this Fourth of July, stay safe, be smart with fireworks, and look out for one another. Let’s keep the holiday joyful—and injury-free.
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