4th of July events in and around Frederick, Maryland offer something for everybody!
Whether you’re looking for an action packed day of food, live music, and activities OR you just want to find a quiet little spot to sit with the family after dinner and then go home, Frederick County and our surrounding area has it all!
4th Of July Events in our area
Clearly, celebrating America’s independence with fireworks is just what we do here in the good old USA.
Undoubtedly, it’s a great day to get together with friends and family!
I mean, it’s a great excuse to enjoy good food and drink, huddle together as the moon rises, and ooooh and ahhhh at the colorful fireworks bursting in the sky.
Also, while celebrating, ya just gotta wear your red, white, and blue!
For this reason, we decided to find the perfect accessories to add to your patriotism!
First, these American Flag Sunglasses are only $16.99 for 3 pairs on Amazon and will totally raise your cool factor.
Second, we also found these patriotic glow sticks (Amazon) for the kiddos to wear once it starts getting dark, so you can still keep an eye on them.
Third, this American Flag Wine Tumbler (Amazon) is perfect for the occasion but doesn’t scream 4th of July, so you can use it year-round and it’s masculine enough for the guys.
But if you really want to scream 4th of July and patriotism, go ahead and get this YETI 30 ounce Dipped Patriotic Flags Tumbler.
Without a doubt, everybody else in your group will have total cup envy!
Lastly, you need a nice tote bag to carry everything in!
This Americana SoHo Collection mesh bag (Amazon) has lots of pockets for all your stuff.
So now that you’re all red, white, and blued up, where can you go for some 4th of July events in or near Frederick?
Well, we’ve put together a full list of great options!
Notably, our list is ordered alphabetically by events right here in Frederick County and then events within driving distance of Frederick County.
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Some 4th of July Events Have Been Canceled in 2021
Please note that not all events are held on July 4th; some are before and some are after.
Additionally, of special note this year (2021), due to social distancing recommendations, some of the annual events have been canceled.
However, several will still take place by following social distancing guidelines.
4th OF JULY Events IN FREDERICK COUNTY
Boonsboro, Md
Boonsboro Independence Day Celebration (FREE)
Date: Friday, 7/2/21
Begins: 9:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: Saturday, 7/3/21
Shafer Park
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro, MD 21713
No music or vendors for 2021. You are welcome to watch the fireworks in the Park, but they ask that you please practice the CDC’s social distancing recommendations.
Brunswick, Md
Independence Day Festival (FREE)
Date: Saturday, 7/3/21
Begins: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fireworks: Between 9:00 pm & 9:30 pm
Rain Date: Monday, 7/5/21
Brunswick Middle School Complex
301 Cummings Dr
Brunswick, MD 21716
Emmitsburg, Md
Emmitsburg Community Heritage Day (FREE)
Date: Saturday, 6/26/21
Begins: 10:00 am
Fireworks: 9:45 pm
Rain Date: Sunday, 6/27/21
E. Eugene Myers Community Park
201 W Lincoln Ave
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Fun activities all day:
- Flea Market
- Parade
- Swimming Pool
- Games
- Food Trucks
- Contests
- Craft Market
- DJ
- Live Music
- History Tour
- Fireworks
Frederick, Md 4th of July Events
Frederick’s 4th of July Parking Lot Party ($50 per car)
Date: Sunday, 7/4/21
Begins: 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fireworks: Dusk
Rain Date: None
Frederick Fairgrounds
797 E Patrick St
Frederick, MD 21701
Includes:
- Music – Drive-in style live concert
- Vendors
- Food Trucks
- Craft Beer, Wine, Sangria
- Free Fireworks Display with Free Parking
Frederick Keys Baseball Super Splash Day ($ Cost of the Keys Game)
Date: Sunday, 7/4/21
Begins: 6:00 pm
Fireworks: End of the game
Rain Date: None
Includes:
- Double Fireworks after the game
Middletown, Md
Middletown Rec Council Independence Day Celebration (FREE)
Date: Saturday, 7/3/21
Begins: 9:15 pm
Fireworks: 9:15 pm
Rain Date: None
Remsburg Park
7408 Holter Rd #7404
Middletown, MD 21769
Mount Airy, Md
Mount Airy Event (FREE)
Date: Saturday, 7/3/21
Begins: 4:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: None
Mt. Airy Fireworks
1008 Twin Arch Rd
Mt Airy, MD 21771
Includes:
- Food Vendors
- Live Music
New Market, Md
Adventure Park USA
Date: Friday, 7/2/21
Begins: 9:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: None
Adventure Park USA
11113 W Baldwin Rd
Monrovia, MD 21770
Walkersville, Md
Walkersville Fire Company Carnival ($ Cost of the Carnival)
Date: Friday, 7/9/21
Begins: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fireworks: 10:00 pm
Rain Date: None
Includes:
- Carnival
- Feehan Brothers Band
- Giant Fireworks Display
- Rides
- Food/Drinks
- Games
- Free Parking
4th OF JULY Events WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE OF FREDERICK COUNTY
Deep Creek Lake, Md 4th of July Events
Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display (FREE)
Date: Sunday, 7/4/21
Begins: 9:30 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: Monday, 7/5/21
Above Marsh Mountain at Wisp Resort overlooking Deep Creek Lake, Maryland
296 Marsh Hill Rd
McHenry, MD 21541
Gaithersburg, Md
SummerFest – Canceled for 2021
Germantown, Md 4th of July Events
Germantown Glory – Canceled for 2021
Gettysburg, PA 4th of July Events
A Gettysburg Fourth! (FREE)
Date: Sunday, 7/4/21
Begins: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:20 pm
Rain Date: Monday, 7/5/21
Gettysburg Recreation Park
545 Long Ln
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Includes:
- Fireworks
- Music
- Food Trucks
Hagerstown, Md 4th of July Events
Photo credit: Visit Hagerstown Fairgrounds Park Event
Fireworks July 4th at Fairgrounds Park (FREE)
Date: Sunday, July 4, 2021
Begins: 9:30 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: None
Fairgrounds Park
351 N Cleveland Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21740
MSO Salute to Independence (FREE)
Date: Friday, July 2, 2021
Begins: 6:00 pm, Concert starts at 8:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: None
Hagerstown Community College Amphitheater
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Includes:
- Concert by The Maryland Symphony Orchestra & Broadway star and Nashville recording artist Rachel Potter
- Fireworks
Poolesville, Md
Poolesville 4th of July Fireworks ($5 Parking Fee)
Date: Sunday, July 4, 2021
Begins: 5:00 pm
Fireworks: At Dark
Rain Date: Monday, July 5, 2021 5pm
Soccer fields at Hughes Rd. & Sugarland Rd.
Includes:
- Food Trucks
- Live Music
- Fireworks
Sharpsburg, Md
Maryland Symphony Orchestra’s Salute to Independence – Canceled for 2021 & 2022 due to the rehabilitation of the park visitor center
Waynesboro, PA 4th of July Events
Waynesboro Summer Jubilee 5K Race & Fireworks Celebration (FREE Fireworks)
Date: Saturday, July 3, 2021
Begins: 7:45 am for the 5K Race
Fireworks: Dusk
Rain Date: None
486 E Main St
Waynesboro, PA 17268-2314
Westminster, Md 4th of July Events
Carroll County Farm Museum Fourth of July Celebration ($5 per car)
Date: Sunday, July 4, 2021
Begins: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fireworks: 9:30 pm
Rain Date: Monday, July 5, 2021
Includes:
- Free Children’s Activity Booklet
- Food/Drinks (for purchase)
- Live Music
Williamsport, Md
Williamsport 4th in the Park (FREE)
Date: Friday, July 2, 2021
Begins: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fireworks: Dusk
Rain Date: Saturday, July 3, 2021
Byron Memorial Park
11 Park Rd
Williamsport, MD 21795
Includes:
- Community Band’s Patriotic Concert
- Fireworks
Lastly, whatever you end up doing and wherever you end up going, be safe and have fun!
Happy Independence Day America!!
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