Utah County is jam-packed with 4th of July celebrations for the whole family to enjoy.
Stadium of Fire
The Altabank Stadium of Fire is one of Utah’s largest 4th of July celebrations, and takes place at LaVell Edwards Stadium. This year’s performance will feature Rascal Flatts. It also includes the nation’s largest stadium fireworks and drone show, an F-35 Jet Flyover and more. If you weren’t able to get tickets this year, you can still view the fireworks from nearby locations such as the Rock Canyon School Fields, Rock Canyon Park or Squaw Peak.
Freedom Run
Wanting to start your 4th with a festive workout? The Freedom Run might be the answer. This Provo run welcomes runners of all levels with a 10k, 5k and the Mayor’s 1 mile fun run. More information can be found here.
Freedom Days
Freedom Days will take place July 3 to July 5 in Downtown Provo. This three day festival is packed with a variety of food vendors, handmade jewelry, crafts, quilts and live entertainment. The carnival will be open until 11 p.m. each day.
America's Freedom Festival Balloon Fest
The America's Freedom Festival Balloon Fest will take place July 3 to July 5 from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. each morning at Fox Field, Provo. Gather with more than 25,000 people to watch 25 hot air balloons take to the skies. Make sure to arrive right at 6 a.m. if you want to watch the balloons inflate. Once they are in the sky, the pilots will participate in a Hare and Hound competition.
Colonial Fest
Dive into the colonial era at SCERA Park with the village apothecary shop, blacksmith, cooper, broom maker, gunsmith, spoon maker and so much more. Children and families are able to learn and play colonial games and experience the daily chores of the period. The event will also feature a Q&A, cannon firing and a military demonstration. It runs from July 3 to July 5.
Salt Lake Bees game
What is more American than baseball? Enjoy a Salt Lake Bees game this 4th of July at the Ballpark at America First Square in South Jordan, Utah. Tickets can be purchased here.
Thanksgiving Point Freedom Celebration
The Thanksgiving Point celebration is free admission. Doors open at 4 p.m. at Electric Park and the fireworks begin at 10 p.m. Bring your own chairs and blankets and tune in to 93.3 The Bull FM radio when the fireworks begin for a multi-sensory viewing experience.
Pleasant Grove Firework Show
The Pleasant Grove Firework Show will begin at dusk at Discovery Park. Note that you can watch from inside the park, but not inside the baseball field.
Float down Provo River
One of the more popular Utah County 4th of July activities is tubing or kayaking down Provo River. You can rent or bring your own gear to float down the river and enjoy the views of Provo Canyon.