America turns 250 this year, and communities across Oklahoma are marking the milestone with fireworks, live music, parades and patriotic celebrations. Whether you’re staying close to home or taking a short road trip, these events offer something for every age. Pack your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy an Independence Day to remember. Red, White Boom!July 3, 8pm, Scissortail ParkOKC Philharmonic performs patriotic favorites before a spectacular fireworks finale.okcphil.org LibertyFest EdmondJuly 4, Downtown EdmondMorning parade daytime activities across Edmond. Nighttime fireworks finale at 9:30pmlibertyfest.org Tribute to LibertyJuly 4, 7-10pm, Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, Midwest CityLive music, food trucks, games, family activities and a fireworks spectacular.midwestcityok.org Star Spangled Beach BashJuly 4, 12pm, OKANA Waterpark Resort. Live music, games, patriotic activities, a foam party, and a fireworks finale. Full schedule: okanaresort.com. Star-Spangled Nights!July 3 4, Frontier CityEnjoy a full day of thrills capped off with a spectacular fireworks display.sixflags.com/frontiercity All American BashSaturday, July 4, 7-10pmBricktown Outdoor Stage at Oklahoma Wanda Jackson WayFree entry, all ages welcomeokopry.org Bethany Boom Block PartyJuly 4, parade begins at 10amFeatures a Route 66 parade, vendors, live entertainment and fireworks. cityofbethany.org Choctaw Independence Day CelebrationJuly 4, 6-10pm, Choctaw Creek ParkEnjoy live music, food trucks, family activities and fireworks.choctawnation.com Nichols Hills Fourth of July CelebrationJuly 4, starts at 9am, Kite ParkMorning parade followed by an evening celebration with live music, family activities and a drone show.nicholshills-ok.gov Norman Fourth FestAmerica’s 250th Birthday RunJuly 4, 8am, Legacy ParkStarting with the Firecracker 5K or fun run as part of Norman’s Fourth Fest celebration.normanok.gov/events Piedmont Freedom FestJuly 4, 5pmA hometown celebration with a parade, carnival rides, food trucks and family fun. facebook.com/piedmontfreedomfest Around Oklahoma Ada 4th of July Fireball ClassicJuly 4, starts at 6am, Wintersmith Park . Featuring a 10K run, 5K run, family fun run and walk, and the Fastest Kid in Town race. facebook.com/FireballClassicMemorial Kingfisher Red, White BoomJuly 4, starts at 10amDowntown Kingfisher. Celebrate with a hometown parade, family games, food vendors, and an evening fireworks show. facebook.com/AllAboutKingfisher Blanchard Independence CelebrationJuly 3, 6-10pmBlanchard Festival GroundsEnjoy a performance by the Oklahoma City Symphonic Band, food vendors, and a fireworks display. visitblanchardok.com. Meeker Independence Day CelebrationJuly 3, starts at 7pm with paradeMeeker LakeLive music, games, vendors and fireworks. meekerokchamberofcommerce.org Shawnee Fireworks WeekendJuly 3-4Fireworks and live entertainment at Kickapoo Casino, FireLake Casino and Grand Casino.visitshawnee.com Woodward Home of the Brave FestivalJuly 4, Starts at 9:45am with a fishing derby. A full day of live entertainment, family activities and fireworks. visitwoodward.com/4thofjuly ChandlerMcClanahan Park Grand Opening and FireworksJuly 4, 7pm, Fireworks: 10pmCelebrate the grand opening of McClanahan Park with live entertainment, guest speakers, and a fireworks finale at 10 pm. chandlerok.gov. The post 250 Years. Countless Ways to Celebrate appeared first on Oklahoma Gazette. ...read more read less