Stars, Stripes & Skylines: Fireworks Across the 419

Fireworks over the Toledo skyline, photo by Nathaniel
The Maumee River reflects the color and grandeur of the annual Independence Day fireworks in Toledo. Photo taken in 2021 by Nathaniel Light.

Celebrate Independence Day across Northwest Ohio with spectacular fireworks, live music and festive events. From July 2 to July 4, communities throughout the region host gatherings filled with food, entertainment, and patriotic spirit. Whether you’re seeking a family-friendly outing, a night of live entertainment or the best views of fireworks lighting up the summer sky, here’s your guide to Fourth of July festivities happening all week long.

Wednesday, July 2

Whitehouse Founder’s Day Fireworks Celebration

Food trucks, entertainment, fireworks and more. Whitehouse Village Hall, 6925 Providence St., Whitehouse

Thursday, July 3

BG Boom Festival and Fireworks

Admission is free, stop out to enjoy games, inflatables, food trucks and live music. Fireworks at dusk. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green

Star Spangled Celebration

This vibrant event offers live entertainment, festive fireworks, and a terrific community atmosphere. Ticketed. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania

Maumee/Perrysburg Fireworks

The City of Maumee, and City of Perrysburg’s annual Independence Day fireworks display. Maumee River, Conant St. and Rapids Rd., Maumee

Rock N Blast: Mud Hens vs. Clippers

The Mud Hens’ biggest fireworks show of the season retuns. Ticketed. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo.

July 4th Spectacular Fireworks & Fun

July 4th Spectacular, Presented by the Hancock County Agricultural Society are Findlay’s annual Fireworks Show with plenty of family fun taking Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E Sandusky St., Findlay

Maumee Music Fest

Featuring live music, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and fireworks. Uptown Maumee, Conant St., Maumee

Hensville Live! ft. Red Voodoo & Elton Dan and the Rocket Band

Arrive early for the Mud Hens vs. Clippers Rock N Blast game for live music by Red Voodoo and Elton Dan & the Rocket Band. Hensville Park, Summit & Monroe St., Toledo

Friday, July 4 – Independence Day

Fireworks in the 419 Presented by Owens Corning

Come to the riverfront for the city’s annual fireworks celebration! Fireworks will begin at dark. Maumee River, Downtown Toledo

Independence Day 1813

Historic interpreters at Fort Meigs will recreate the 18-shot National Salute, just as soldiers did there on Independence Day in 1813. Ticketed. Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Rd., Perrysburg

Saint Clair Freedom Fair

AMP Concerts & Wild Side Downtown present the inaugural Saint Clair Freedom Fair, a free Independence Day celebration featuring live music from Leadfoot Granny, Purple Bois, and Jon Roth. 20 N. St. Clair St., Toledo

Red, White, and Brew Bar Crawl

Celebrate summer and the Fourth of July with patriotic energy, festive vibes, and drink specials. Downtown Toledo

Red, White & Brew

The perfect view with music entertainment, delicious bites, and beer. Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St., Toledo