Where to Wednesday: Fourth of July Fun Around Omaha

by Jennifer Weikel

Looking for the best places to celebrate the Fourth of July? This week's Where to Wednesday is all about Independence Day! From fireworks and patriotic concerts to hometown parades, baseball, beach parties, outdoor movies, and family festivals, there are plenty of ways to celebrate across the Omaha metro.

We've rounded up some of our favorite events happening July 2–4 so you can spend less time searching and more time making memories with family and friends. Click on any event title below to learn more, then grab your lawn chairs, wear your red, white, and blue, and enjoy an unforgettable holiday weekend!

Taco Ride & Fireworks at Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch
July 2 | 5:30–9:30 PM | Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch | Bellevue
Kick off the holiday weekend with the popular weekly Taco Ride featuring live music, great food, and a free fireworks show to end the evening.

Ralston's 66th Annual Independence Day Celebration
July 3–4 | Various Times | Ralston
Enjoy two days of patriotic fun featuring live music, a family street dance, picnic, Nebraska's largest Independence Day parade, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks show.

Council Bluffs Celebrates 250
July 3 | 3:00–11:00 PM | Historic 100 Block of West Broadway | Council Bluffs
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with live entertainment, food vendors, family activities, games, and an incredible drone show.

Nebraska Wind Symphony & The Swingtones Concert
July 3 | 7:00–9:00 PM | Capitol District Plaza | Omaha
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a free outdoor concert featuring patriotic favorites, wind band classics, and jazz selections.

Omaha Storm Chasers Independence Day Fireworks
July 3–5 | 7:05 PM | Werner Park | Papillion
Cheer on the Storm Chasers before enjoying one of the metro's biggest post-game fireworks shows.

The RiverFront Community Concert: Legends of Country with the Omaha Symphony
July 3 | 8:30–10:00 PM | Gene Leahy Mall | Omaha
Enjoy an evening of country favorites performed live by the Omaha Symphony under the stars.

Kids Market at Waverlyfest 4th of July Celebration
July 4 | 10:30 AM–3:00 PM | Wayne Park | Waverly
Support young entrepreneurs while enjoying a fun-filled Fourth of July celebration.

Treestock Festival
July 4 | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM | Steinhart Park | Nebraska City
Spend the day enjoying live music, food vendors, bounce houses, foam parties, rock climbing, carnival games, and more.

Celebrate the 4th of July at the Pool for $1
July 4 | 12:00–5:00 PM | City of Omaha Outdoor Pools
Cool off before the evening festivities with just $1 admission at Omaha's outdoor pools.

4th of July Beach Party
July 4 | 2:00–8:00 PM | Heartwood Park | Omaha
Enjoy giant sand sculptures, water slides, beach games, live music, food, and one of the best places to watch nearby fireworks.

Underwood 4th of July Celebration
July 4 | Various Times | UMBA Hall | Underwood, IA
Experience a classic small-town Independence Day celebration filled with family traditions.

Movies Under the Stars: Independence Day
July 4 | 8:00 PM | Elkhorn Shores | Elkhorn
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a free outdoor movie night under the stars.

The RiverFront Fourth of July Celebration featuring the Omaha Symphony & Fireworks
July 4 | 8:30–10:00 PM | Gene Leahy Mall | Omaha
Cap off the holiday with one of Omaha's premier Fourth of July traditions featuring a live symphony performance and a spectacular fireworks finale.

Wherever you celebrate, we hope you have a safe, fun, and memorable Fourth of July! Be sure to follow Imagine Home Group each Wednesday this summer as we continue highlighting great places to go, local favorites to explore, and fun things to do around the Omaha metro.

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