We're only a day away from the Fourth of July in Idaho and across the country. It's a time when Americans, young and old, come together to celebrate our nation's independence with parades, barbeques, and awe-inspiring fireworks displays, a true testament to our patriotism.
Most Idahoans would guess the big cities like Boise, Nampa, or Meridian would have the largest firework show. However, the city claiming the largest fireworks display is actually Idaho Falls, Idaho. Every year, Americans from Idaho, Utah, and other states travel to Idaho Falls for the amazing Annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration!
For a little shorter drive, you can head up to McCall! According to their website, McCall will have vendors in Legacy Park on July 4-7, host a Volleyball tournament on July 4, show a movie by the lake on July 5. Plus, a Fourth of July fireworks celebration display at Legacy Park, starting at dusk over Payette Lake!
Shorter yet, let’s take a look at what’s happening in the local Treasure Valley areas.
Boise: The Idaho 4th of July parade will be at 10 am downtown Boise. The parade starts at 10, but if you want to go early, the Veteran Entrepreneur Alliance is serving a pancake breakfast in Cecil D. Andrus Park starting at 7. This year's theme is United We Stand. Former Governor Butch and First Lady Lori Otter are this year's announcers. The 116th Brigade Combat Operation Iraqi Freedom III 20th Deployment Anniversary are this year's Grand Marshals. Fireworks will be at Ann Morrison Park at about 10:15.
Meridian: Starting at 4:00 on the 4th, head over to Storey Park which will be open to families for picnics and fireworks viewing. Food trucks will be onsite at 4:00 pm for snacks and tasty local cuisine and there will be live music from Red Light Challenge and Stef & The Groove. Fireworks will be at 10:20 from the Meridian Speedway. Click here for Meridian Speedway Tickets!
Nampa: Hosting the God and Country Festival at the Ford Idaho Center on July 3rd. Admission is free and the fireworks will be over the amphitheater starting at dusk.
Caldwell: Caldwell kicks off the Fourth of July festivities bright and early with their 5K and 1K runs at 7 a.m. Those take place at Fairview Golf Course. A parade will follow at 9 am in downtown Caldwell with a Classic Car Show and Vendor Fair in Memorial Park from 11-2pm. Fireworks will be at dusk at Brothers Park.
Star: The Firecracker Fun Run starts at 8 am on the 4th, in the NW parking lot of Hunter’s Creek Sports Complex and a parade to follow at 10 am. Lots of cool fun planned for the kiddos at Hunters Creek Park from 3:00-6:00pm with water guns, bounce houses and slip-n-slides! Fireworks at 10:00.
Middleton: Love a good water fight? Then you can’t miss Middleton’s parade on the 4th! They’ve a big “wet zone” along the route. It starts at 11 a.m. The day also includes fun activities like a vendor fare, food trucks, bounce houses, car show and live music from Good Time Charlie! Fireworks are at dusk at Foote Park
Garden City will have a post Hawks game fireworks show at Memorial Stadium on July 3, 4, and 5.
Click on each city above for more information and details. I hope you have a fun, safe, and memorable Independence Day!
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