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Memphis Area 4th of July Events

Celebrate Your Independence!

By Teresa R. Simpson, About.com

In celebration of our country's independence, the Memphis area has numerous events for the whole family. With activities from June 29th through the 4th of July, you can attend more than one!

June 29, 2008

  • Starlight Spectacular
    Bring a picnic and flock to the lawn of Bellevue Baptist Church for a Independence Day celebration. The Starlight Spectacular will feature patriotic music, games for the kids, food vendors, and a fireworks display at dusk.

July 3, 2008

  • Bartlett Fireworks Extravaganza
    This celebration will be held at Bobby K. Flaherty Municipal Center at Highway 79 and Appling Road from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. and will include live music, family activities, a car show, and food vendors.
  • Collierville Independence Day Celebration
    This is Collierville's 23rd annual 4th of July celebration featuring entertainment, food, games, and an exciting fireworks display. The event will be held at H.W. Cox Park located at 350 W. Powell Road in Collierville from 6:00 p.m. -- 9:30 p.m.
  • Flag City Freedom Celebration
    Held annually at Navy Lake in Millington, this celebration features food, fireworks and performances by the Navy Band. Admission is free and the festivities begin at 5:00 p.m.
  • Hernando Picnic and Parade
    This Independence Day event is geared just for kids. Help your child deck out his or her scooter, bicycle, or tricycle in red, white, and blue and bring them down to Hernando for a parade around the town square. Free refreshments and a movie will follow. The event runs from 6:30 p.m. -- 9:30 p.m.

July 4, 2008

  • Star Spangled Celebration
    This favorite Memphis tradition will take place once again at Tom Lee Park. Festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. and will include live music, a petting zoo, games, a motorcycle parade, and more. Fireworks will start at 9:00 p.m.
  • Germantown Family Fourth Celebration
    This family friendly celebration includes food, fireworks, and music. The fun starts at 5:00 p.m. at Municipal Park and fireworks will begin at 9:10pm.
  • Independence Day in Olive Branch
    The Annual July 4th "Celebrate Your Independence" event at the Olive Branch City Park will begin at 5:00 p.m. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy food, games, and fun!
  • Southaven July 4th Celebration
    This year's celebration will be held at Snowden Grove Park. There will be live music, a fabulous fireworks display, and fun for the entire family! The fireworks display will begin at dusk.

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