Celebrate Independence Day 2025 in Michigan!
Get ready for a star-spangled celebration! This Fourth of July Holiday weekend, Livingston County and the surrounding area light up with spectacular fireworks shows, festive parades, live music, and family-friendly fun. Whether you're a local or visiting for the holiday, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate Independence Day 2025 in these vibrant towns. From fireworks displays to parades and festivals, here’s your ultimate guide to all the red, white, and BOOM happening this Fourth of July.
Whitmore Lake
Fireworks- July 3 at Dusk-Main Street from Barker to the Marathon Gas Station will be closed to traffic on Thursday, July 3rd, starting at 8 pm for the fireworks show.
Free Parking - For the fireworks. Parking will be at the new Northfield Community Park. From the north, enter from Main Street. From the south, enter from Barker Road
Parade – July 4 Whitmore Lake Fourth of July Parade is a beloved annual tradition in the town of Whitmore Lake. Families get up bright and early for this parade, which begins at 10:00 a.m. July 3, and it works its way down Main Street. It's a good idea to come early so you can get a prime viewing location for the bands, classic cars, balloons, and more.
Banana Split Eating Contest Sponsored by Dee's Place- July 4- 2:00 pm
Contestants in four age groups (4-9, 10-14, 15-17, 18+) will devour banana splits for prizes in this tasty and usually messy event. Enjoy a refreshing ice cream treat and cheer for your favorite banana split eater! Water buckets provided, but no napkins. Register at Dee’s Place at 1:45 pm. (Cost – $2) Space is limited. For questions, call (734) 449-4707.
Boat Parade of Lights - July 5 at 10 pm FREE – Don’t miss the parade of lighted and decorated boats. To enter, decorate your boat with festive lights and line up in front of Mac’s Marina before 9:45 pm. Awards for 1st and 2nd place plus unparalleled bragging rights. For questions, contact Mac’s Marina (734) 449-4706.
Brighton
Parade – July 4 The parade begins at 10 a.m. July 4 on Main Street. Beforehand, there's the Annual Hungry Duck Half Marathon starting at 204 Grand River Ave. This year’s Grand Marshals are Mark and Bard Binkley, owners of Cooper and Binkley Jewelers.
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Hungry Duck Race: July 4 The 19th Annual Hungry Duck race benefits local non-profit partners in the fight against hunger. Run or walk for an incredible cause to help our community.
The course starts in downtown Brighton, continuing into local scenic areas and returning downtown to finish. Course is mostly paved with portions on hard-packed dirt roads; mostly flat with a few "modest" hills to add a little challenge. The half marathon course will be closed at 9:45am. There are water stations, mile markers, and course monitors along the way!
Race Start Times:
Half Marathon starts at 6:30am
10K & 5K Run/Walk at 6:45am
Course Maps:
Pinckney
Portage Lake Fireworks: July 5
Gallagher Lake Fireworks: July 12
Fowlerville
Fowlerville Fireworks – July 4 425 North Grand Street, Fowlerville- (Fowlerville Community Park) Fowlerville Fireworks is one of the biggest Fourth of July events in the area. As soon as the sun sets, this highlight of the annual Independence Day festivities begins. This year, the celebration features stunt juggler Clark Lewis, a car show, a watermelon eating contest, a sack race and cornhole at Fowlerville Community Park. A parade begins at 7 p.m. and the fireworks show starts at 10 p.m. or dusk.
Learn more at fowlervillefireworks.com
Cohoctah
Parade- July 4 Cohoctah Road, East of Oak Grove Road. Community Fun Events are from 10-11 a.m. These kid-friendly activities are free! Featuring pony rides, face painting, game area, bounce house, balloon animals and more! Come browse our craft vendors, silent auction and be entertained by an ELVIS tribute artist! Parade begins at 11:00.
GREGORY
PARADE- July 4 The celebration will begin with a parade at 12 p.m. July 4, with Gordie Kunzelman serving as emcee and Josie and Claire Beutler singing the national anthem.
After the parade, there will be a bake sale, face painting, and other vendors and activities.
FIREWORKS- July 4 Fireworks will begin at dusk near the baseball field. In between, attendees can occupy themselves with a pie-eating contest, a tractor pull event and music by Billy Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies Band.
Howell
Independence Day Concerts at the Courthouse - July 4 🎉 Details: 7-9pm Historic Livingston County Courthouse 200 E Grand River Ave, Howell FREE ADMISSION Hosted by the Livingston Arts Council. Every Friday night throughout the summer, a variety of local musicians take center stage at the Howell Courthouse Amphitheater, located at 200 E. Grand River in Howell, on the Courthouse lawn. This free event showcases rock, country, and classic tribute musical performances. Join us in celebrating 25 years of bringing music to Livingston County!
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Tips for Enjoying Independence Day
- Arrive Early: Popular events can get crowded. Plan to arrive early to secure a good spot.
- Bring Essentials: Pack sunscreen, water, and snacks to stay comfortable throughout the day.
- Follow Local Guidelines: Adhere to any local health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe celebration for everyone.
- Keep Pets Safe and Calm: Fireworks and large crowds can stress out pets. Leave them at home in a safe, quiet space with background noise to help soothe them, and ensure they have up-to-date ID tags just in case.
- Consider Ear Protection for Children: Fireworks can be loud and overwhelming for young children. Bring ear protection like noise-canceling headphones to ensure they enjoy the festivities without discomfort.
Enjoy a fun and safe Independence Day celebration!
