(WAND) - WAND has compiled a list of Fourth of July celebrations, including fireworks, parades, and festivals, taking place across central Illinois. Fourth of July (Troy) 7pm July 4th at Tri Township Park Celebrate with music, games, and patriotic fun. Kayden Crews Duo from 1 – 4 PM and Tim Berg and the Kurtz Family Band from 5:00 PM. Family Attractions from 1-8pm include Bounce Houses ($10 unlimited access) and Dunk Tank ($5 for 3 throws). End the night with a spectacular fireworks display. ST. LOUIS—People looking to have a blast have plenty of options throughout the St. Louis area on both sides of the river. The list of events include one-day events like Alton’s event today and multi-day parties like O’Fallon, Missouri’s Heritage Freedom Fest or Celebrate St. Louis. July 3 Alton Fireworks Spectacular 2025 at the Alton Amphitheater. Celebrate our nation's birthday while enjoying an evening of live music, food trucks and fireworks. Doors open at 5pm. Fireworks display begins at dusk (9-9:30pm). Admission is FREE! See website for more info. The Fourth of July is ready to kick off this upcoming three-day weekend, and that means many communities are preparing fireworks displays. Alton will have its annual Fireworks on the Mississippi Thousands attended the annual show presented by the City of Alton which included fireworks over the Mississippi River, and an Army Band from Ft. Leonard Wood. Fourth of July Carnival Wednesday, Jul 2, 2025 from 5:00pm to 11:00pm Eden Theological Seminary Saint Louis, MO ALTON - Alton’s famous fireworks show and 4th of July celebration will take place from 5–10 p.m. on Monday, July 3 at the Alton Amphitheater. Alton, July 3 Alton, Illinois, fireworks over the Lewis and Clark Bridge. Kick off your Independence Day celebration a day early in Alton, because this town holds its Alton Fireworks Spectacular on July 3 each year. The party starts at 5 pm at the Alton Amphitheater in Riverfront Park, on the Mississippi River. Come hungry to sample offerings from the different food trucks and enjoy family Fireworks explode in succession on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at the Liberty Bank Amphitheater in Alton. The fireworks display lasted 30 minutes and were shot off from the Missouri side. What’s going on? In the Great Rivers & Routes region, it’s celebrating local brews with Craft Beer Week. Or turning your eyes to the skies for Eagle Watching. Taking a cruise along one of the region’s three great rivers. Sitting back and enjoying great outdoor concerts and live music. And those are just a few of the countless events that fill up the calendar in the Great Rivers & Routes Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks and family fun in Alton, Godfrey, and Grafton. Free events and activities await across the river! Get ready for Alton's Fireworks on the Mississippi with music and a stunning display on July 3! A guide to fireworks shows in southwest Illinois. Alton The Alton Fireworks Spectacular will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 3 with the fireworks beginning at dusk, around 9 to 9:30 p.m. Fourth of July fireworks can be seen throughout St. Louis and the metro-east in Alton, Edwardsville, O’Fallon and other towns. We've put together a comprehensive guide of fireworks and celebrations taking place across Central Illinois this Independence Day. We've made a list of fireworks and Fourth of July celebrations across St. Louis. From parades to rooftop views, here’s where to celebrate Independence Day 2025. Here’s a roundup of local Fourth of July celebrations taking place in the metro-east this year, including fireworks and more. Some events will be held Thursday or Saturday. Alton The Alton Complete guide to Illinois 4th of July 2025 events! 20 cities, from Chicago's Navy Pier fireworks to small-town parades. Schedules, tips & planning info. Experience the Alton Fireworks Spectacular 2025 and join the community in this early 4th of July celebration! Celebrate Independence Day at Riverfront Park.
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