Join us on July 4 at 8am for the Entertainment Parade and 9am for the Grand Parade – the largest of its kind in the Western United States – celebrating God, freedom, family and Country with marching bands, professionally crafted floats, giant helium balloons, fun filled equestrian entries, and local and national performers.

Grand Parade

University Avenue and Center Street

An energetic pre-show gathering held in the west parking lot before Stadium of Fire, with music and a festive tailgate vibe as the Fourth of July celebration builds.

Street Heat: Pre-Stadium of Fire Celebration

LaVell Edwards Stadium

Enjoy a night of music, the nation's largest stadium fireworks and drone spectacle, a thrilling helicopter flyover and rousing tributes to military and civilian heroes.

Stadium of Fire

A free, family-friendly street dance on the west side of the Stadium of Fire site, featuring a Miner Music DJ spinning tunes from across the decades, held after the fireworks on Independence Day.

Street Dance: Post-Stadium of Fire Celebration

An annual run that has become an integral part of America's Freedom Festival, with participants at all levels and abilities.

Freedom Run

Kiwanis Park

Fine art show featuring local artists, with 2026 honoree Brandon Tracy.

Fine Art Show

Historic Courthouse

We are proudly part of the Freedom Festival events at SCERA including Cries of Freedom, The American Heritage Museum, and The Colonial Heritage Festival. Make these events part of your 4th of July celebration!

Cries of Freedom and the American Heritage Museum

SCERA Center for the Arts

Gather with more than 25,000 spectators to experience approximately 25 hot air balloons close-up as part of the Balloon Fest, including the Hare and the Hound competition and the Balloon Glow.

Balloon Fest

Fox Field

Celebrating the 250th year of our nation's founding, the 18th year of Cries of Freedom, the Musical, with stirring music, emotional acting, and energetic dancing. Part of the Freedom Festival events at SCERA including The American Heritage Museum and The Colonial Heritage Festival.

Cries of Freedom

The Colonial Heritage Festival is the largest living-history celebration of our nation's founding west of the original 13 colonies. Hands-on activities for families, working artisans (blacksmiths, coopers, silversmiths, weavers, printers, chocolate makers), and appearances by Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams.

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Colonial Fest

Scera Park

A distinguished evening where America's Freedom Festival at Provo honors inspiring individuals whose courage and faith have strengthened the values of God, family, freedom and country.

Freedom Awards Gala

Utah Valley Convention Center

Join us for the 250 year Independence Week celebration. Experience the power of the machinery that defended our nation and the peace of the land we call home. Explore the Victory Park USA Museum collection hosted right here on the farm. Experience daily rides in legendary vehicles. Fold of Liberty is also opening its gates for interactive animal experiences. There are local Food Trucks on-site daily.

Military Outpost

Fold of Liberty Farms

We invite you to join us at BYU's Marriott Center for our annual Patriotic Service. This event is free to the public, with no tickets required.

Patriotic Service

Marriott Center

Come and bring your favorite instrument and enjoy some of the most talented bluegrass musical artists Utah has to offer in this "in-the-park, up-close-and-personal" experience. Events start at 2 PM with Concert starting at 7 PM

Timpanogos Bluegrassroots and Folk Festival

Orem City Center Park

Celebrating the 13th anniversary of the Summer Beach Party, a fun-filled celebration with sand, sun, and seashells.

Summer Beach Party

The Shops at Riverwoods

High-energy show featuring a mix of bluegrass music, clog dancing, and American folk dance styles.

American Folk Ensemble

The Orchard at University Place

This is one of the more simple and leisurely events of the festival. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics to the shady lawns surrounding the bell tower to enjoy a free evening concert.

Carillon Concert

BYU Centennial Carillon Tower

Celebrating our 250th year of our Constitution and Historical National Colors. A one-hour program featuring a presentation from Utah County Sheriff Mike Smith, a youth speech contest recipient, a short presentation from Utah State Sober Riders, and a retirement of the National Colors.

Flag Day Ceremony

Provo Veterans Memorial Park

An annual free outdoor concert with the American Fork Symphony, joined by Highland Choral Arts, celebrating America's musical heritage and composers, featuring music from John Williams, John Philip Sousa, George and Ira Gershwin, and more. Family-friendly.

Freedom's Melody: Celebrating American Music

The Historic Homes Tour has returned! The Provo Landmarks Commission is hosting a tour of the interiors and exteriors of historic homes in downtown Provo. The homes featured were built in the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Information on the homes' original owners and histories will be provided during the tours. The tour will begin at the historic church building on 100 E. and 200 S. Parking, tour information, and a map will be provided there as well.

Historic Homes Tour

Historic Church Building

Each year the Freedom Festival partners with the Provo City Veterans Council to remember and honor those lost while bravely serving our nation in the Armed Forces.

Memorial Day Service

Provo City Cemetery

This year's National Day of Prayer Celebration will be held Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 pm in Provo Community Congregational United Church of Christ.

Utah Valley National Day of Prayer

Provo Community Congregational United Church of Christ

A chorus of fifth and sixth graders from about 100 schools sing the songs of the Hope of America, seated in the formation of the American Flag. Songs commemorate the Declaration of Independence, honor the Founding Fathers, appreciate first responders and the military, and celebrate love of America and the responsibility to be a light.

America's Freedom Festival at Provo

Jul 4, 2026

Grand Parade

Jul 4, 2026

Street Heat: Pre-Stadium of Fire Celebration

America's Freedom Festival at Provo