4th of July Fun & Fireworks in Roanoke

This year, because the 4th of July falls on a Monday there is literally a whole weekend of fun to celebrate our Independence. Here are just a few of the many family friendly events as well as fireworks displays that will be happening in and around Roanoke!

Freedom First Festival - Elmwood Park in Roanoke - Sunday July 3rd

From 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. in Elmwood Park the whole family can enjoy inflatables, a rock wall, cornhole, lawn games or just hang out and enjoy the weather. The Elmwood Amphitheater will have FREE Music until 3:30 p.m. with Sugar Ray going on at 7pm (tickets are $25 for the Sugar Ray concert). There will be a number  of food truck options all day long.

Fireworks At 9:30 pm: River's Edge Park - A free to the public 15 minute Fireworks display will be above River's Edge Park. 

Have questions or want more information? Visit the Freedom First Festival Website.

American National Bank's Four on the 4th presented by Fleet Feet - Monday July 4th

Vinton War Memorial

Vinton War Memorial is the setting to begin and finish a 4 mile run, and show your support for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia. Proceeds support service summer camps and after-school programs for disadvantaged youth in our region.

Have questions or want more information? Visit the Four on the 4th Website.

Salem Fair Fireworks - Monday July 4th

Salem Civic Center

Start your day enjoying the Salem Fair, which will be open, and will have games, entertainment, and delicious food for the whole family. At 6:30,  Cimmaron takes the stage and again at 8:30, with the fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Note: All fair goers 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult 25 or over.

Have questions or want more information? Visit the Salem Fair Website.

Vinton 4th of July Celebration - July 4

Vinton War Memorial
The Town of Vinton celebrates the 4th on the lawn of the Vinton War Memorial. Festivities start at 7:00pm leading up to fireworks at  9:30 p.m. . There will be plenty of food available to purchase. 

Looking for More? Here are some other things to do over the holiday weekend in and around Roanoke:

  - USA Cycling Amateur Road National Championships - Botetourt County & Downtown Roanoke - June 29 - July 2

 - Dylan Scott - Dr Pepper Park at The Bridges - July 1

 - The Dead Reckoning - 5 Points Music Sanctuary - July 1

 - Fun Home - Mill Mountain Theatre - July 1-3

 - Daleville Summer Concert Series presents: Eyes of Silver - Daleville Town Center  - July 2