The Kentucky Newsletter
4th of July Events in Northern Kentucky
Celebrate Independence Day with parades, fireworks, and festivals in Boone, Kenton, Campbell, Grant, and Gallatin counties.
Boone County
Location: Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd., Florence, KY
Parade: Morning parade (~10 a.m.) through central Florence with bands, floats, and veterans.
Events: Fireworks at dusk (~9:30–10 p.m.), live music from 6 p.m., food trucks, bounce houses.
Notes: Check 4thfest.us for 2025 details.
Location: Union Park, 10165 US 42, Union, KY
Events: Small parade, games, picnics, local music.
Notes: Check 4thfest.us for 2025 details.
Kenton County
Location: Freedom Park, 550 Freedom Park Drive, Edgewood, KY
Parade: Starts at 12:30 p.m. from 75 Orphanage Road.
Events: Firecracker 5K (7:30 a.m.), live music (7 p.m.), fireworks (10 p.m.), food trucks, games.
Notes: See edgewoodky.gov for 2025 schedule.
Location: Near Beechwood High School or city parks, Fort Mitchell, KY
Parade: Morning parade (~10 a.m.), reserve spots early.
Events: Festival, music, fireworks at dusk.
Notes: Check fortmitchell.com.
Location: Memorial Park, 2001 Jack Woods Parkway, Independence, KY
Parade: 3 p.m. from Summit View Academy to Simon Kenton High School.
Events: Multi-day festival, carnival rides ($25), music (7:30 p.m.), fireworks (10 p.m.).
Notes: Visit independenceky.gov.
Location: Sisters of Notre Dame, Covington, KY
Events: 101st year (2023), food booths, games, small fireworks.
Notes: Check Covington event listings for 2025.
Campbell County
Location: 900 S Ft Thomas Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY
Parade: 10:30 a.m. through central Fort Thomas, reserve spots early.
Events: Firecracker 5K (8:15 a.m.), festival at Tower Park, music (6 p.m.), fireworks (10 p.m.).
Notes: See ftthomas.org for 2025 details.
Grant County
Location: Williamstown or Crittenden, KY
Parade: Small morning parade (~10 a.m.) with fire trucks, schools.
Events: Picnics, music, small fireworks. Ark Encounter may offer free parking, activities.
Notes: Check grantcountytourism.com.
Gallatin County
Location: Warsaw, KY (Ohio River or fairgrounds)
Parade: Small morning parade (~10 a.m.) in downtown Warsaw.
Events: Warsaw River Days (music, vendors, fireworks), picnics, games.
Notes: See gallatincounty.ky.gov.
General Notes & Recommendations
- Family-Friendly: Events feature kids' activities like bounce houses and face painting.
- Fireworks: Typically at 9:30–10 p.m., with major displays in Florence, Independence, Edgewood, Fort Thomas.
- Parades: Morning or afternoon, with early spot reservations in Fort Thomas, Fort Mitchell.
- Multi-Day: Independence often hosts multi-day festivals.
- Weather: Check for rain delays, common in summer.
- Regional Travel: Grant and Gallatin residents may visit larger events in Boone or Kenton.
- 2025 Tips: Verify schedules on city websites (June), follow social media, arrive early for crowds, follow safety guidelines.