Fourth Of July Festivities

Happy Independence Day!

The time of year is back again to celebrate the independence of our great nation! For many of us, this means an opportunity to shamelessly indulge in all the delicious festival food and fun the Indianapolis area has to offer! However, there’s more than just food and fireworks downtown, so we’ve compiled a list of all the fabulous activities for you to experience in Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, and Zionsville on this year’s 4^th of July Celebration!

 

Downtown Indy

 Not only does Indianapolis host the most impressive line of events in the state, it also offers the opportunity for any Hoosier to come join in the festivities by having exclusive hotel deals of 30% - 50% off normal rates for Indiana residents! So bring the family and come join the fun! For the complete list of events, please visit http://www.indyt.com/July4.cfm/

 

Worlds Fair 38^th Annual 4^th of July Ice Cream Social – 11:00am to 3:00pm

Enjoy this fantastic ice cream social at the Benjamin Harrison’s Presidential Site! Tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for BHPS members, $6 for students, and free for children four years and younger! Admission to the event includes Blue Bell ice cream, belly dancing performances and lessons by the Midwest Bellydancing Superstars, music from the White River Jazz Band, and much more! Call 631.1888 or visit http:// presidentbenjaminharrison.org

 

IndyPendence Day Street Festival Concert for Cancer – 1:00pm to 10:00pm

Benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Saint Francis Hospital Patient Assistance Fund, local and nationally known bands will be playing on Georgia Street starting at 1:00pm. Presale tickets are $20 and featured bands include Puddle of Mud, Sick Puppies, Hoobastank, Lit, and Alien Ant Farm. For more information, please visit http://indypendenceday.com

 

Donatos Downtown Freedom Blast – 10:00pm

Shooting from the top of the Region’s Bank Tower, watch as Indy’s largest fireworks display lights the skyline during the Donatos Downtown Freedom Blast! Bring a blanket and grab our spot early at the Indiana War Memorial Grounds. There will be plenty of activities starting at 6:30pm to entertain the entire family as well as Donatos pizza, chips, cookies and soda for purchase (cash only). Stop by the Indianapolis Colts Stage with live music from the band Lemon Wheel, and also be sure to visit the Indiana Craft Beer Garden to taste great beer from six different breweries. For more information, please visit http://wibc.com/freedomblast/index.aspx

 

City of Carmel

Any new or native resident of the City of Carmel surely knows about the spectacle that is CarmelFest! This year is all the more special, as it is the 25^th anniversary of CarmelFest, and thus aptly titled “Silver Jubilation”. Guests are encouraged to purchase and wear a Spark Button, as proceeds go toward the purchase of the spectacular fireworks show. Plan out your day with the following activities that Carmel has going on for this year’s 4^th of July!

 

Freedom Run – 8:00am

Jump-start your Independence Day celebration with this 4.5 mile run/walk and Kid’s Run at Carmel High School. Also, guests are invited to enjoy post-race activities immediately after the event. To register for this event, please go to: http://www.tuxbro.com/entry-info/FreedomRun/FreedomRun-Home.php

St. Vincent Health Fourth of July Parade – 10:30am

One of the greatest CarmelFest traditions, the Fourth of July Parade will begin at 10:30am and is sponsored by St. Vincent Health. To view a full map of the parade, please visit http://www.carmelfest.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/CarmelFest-Parade-Route.jpg . Parade entries for 2013 are closed, but come enjoy all of the fabulous sights that it has to offer!

Free Outdoor Festival at Carmel Civic Square – Noon to 10:30pm

This free festival is a must-see, as it plays host to fantastic food, beverages, and a variety of events and entertainment for all to enjoy! Take in the live music, KidZone including petting zoo, rides and games, performance by Carmel Symphony Orchestra, and fireworks launched by Firestone!

 

 

 

Town of Fishers

Come celebrate July 4^th at what is being called the biggest block party of the summer at Geist Reservoir’s Blast on the Bridge! The Fall Creek Road bridge closes to car traffic from 5:00pm – 11:00pm and transforms into a family-friendly fireworks pre-show. Bring lawn chairs and enjoy a fabulous evening featuring a boat parade, skydivers, music, food vendors, and much more. Then, relax and enjoy the amazing fireworks show scheduled to start at dusk. Over 14,000 attendees in 2012! For more information regarding parking, food and beverage vendors and more, please visit: http://atgeist.com/blast-bridge/

 

 

Town of Zionsville

Take a trip over to Lions Park for an All-American July 4^th Celebration! The second largest fundraiser for the park, the celebration features food, music and fun starting at 5:00pm and followed by fireworks at dusk. Be sure to purchase raffle tickets at $5 each or 5 for $20, with a $1000 grill package as the grand prize and cash prizes for 2^nd and 3^rd! Proceeds for the raffle go to the park restoration fund and will be used to help restore Lions Club Park after the recent floods. Raffle tickets can be purchased at Akard’s True Value, or from a Lions Club or Little League member! If you cannot find someone to buy from, please visit the Lions Club Website at http://zionsvillelions.com/events/4th-of-july .