Fourth of July is fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate America’s independence than with enormous explosions in the sky? For Independence Day 2019, southeast Michigan residents are celebrating with tons of Fourth of July fireworks displays – and all you have to do is find the right one for you and your family.
In this roundup, Metro Parent lists some of the biggest, brightest and best displays happening all over Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. Take a look at this list, bring some blankets, or a chair, kick back and have a blast at one of these local shows.
Note: Events are listed in date-order, and some are part of larger July festivals.
Canton Liberty Fest Fireworks
June 15, 2019
- Time: Dusk
- Address: Heritage Park, 1010 S. Canton Center Road, Canton
- Cost: Free; fees apply for rides
- Phone: 734-394-5360
This display takes places during the 28th annual Canton Liberty Festival, which happens June 13-15, 2019. Head out any one of those days for festival food, carnival rides, midway games and more. If you show up on day three, you’ll see the fireworks display that closes out the event.
Lake Orion Jubilee Fireworks
June 22, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Downtown Lake Orion
- Cost: free; fees apply for rides
The Lake Orion Lions put on their annual Jubilee Carnival June 20-23, 2019, in the downtown Lake Orion area. It features a midway full of rides and games, and a fireworks display on Saturday.
Lake Orion Fourth of July Fireworks
June 22 and 29, 2019
- Time: Dusk
- Address: Green’s Park, 100 S. Park Blvd., Lake Orion
- Cost: Fees may apply, check ahead
- Phone: 248-343-2215
Pick a spot on the front or back of the lake and watch these two fireworks displays light up the night.
Ford Fireworks in Detroit
June 24, 2019
- Time: 9:55 p.m.
- Address: Hart Plaza, Detroit
- Cost: Free/general; fees for VIP access
- Phone: 313-923-7400
The Ford Fireworks display has been happening along the Detroit River every summer for the last 61 years, and always delivers a banging show from barges on the river that can be seen from the RiverWalk.
Rochester Festival of the Hills Fireworks
June 26, 2019
- Time: 6 p.m. (fireworks start at 10 p.m.)
- Address: Borden Park, 1400 E. Hamlin Road, Rochester Hills
- Cost: Free
- Phone: 248-656-4664
Enjoy family fun, games and live entertainment starting at 6 p.m. and stick around for the fireworks show, which boasts being the second largest display in the state. Be sure to bring an umbrella because the show will go on, rain or shine.
Seymour Celebration Fireworks in Oxford
June 28-29, 2019
- Time: Dusk Friday-Saturday
- Address: Seymour Lake Township Park, 2795 Seymour Lake Road, Oxford
- Cost: Free, $5/parking after 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, $20/ride wristbands
- Phone: 248-628-1720
The festival runs June 27-20, 2019, and features all of the fun of a hometown carnival including rides and live entertainment. Catch two spectacular firework displays Friday and Saturday at dusk.
Grosse Pointe Farms Regatta and Fireworks
June 29, 2019
- Time: Dusk
- Address: Pier Park, 350 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms
- Cost: Free
- Phone: 313-885-6600 (Grosse Pointe Farms City Hall)
The 2019 Regatta, which is hosted by the Grosse Pointe Farms Boat Club and Pier Park, runs June 28-30 and features a free concert all weekend, plus fireworks display on Saturday.
Taylor Summer Festival
June 29, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Heritage Park, near Sheridan Community Center, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor
- Cost: Free/general, $5/parking; additional fees for rides and entertainment
- Phone: 734-374-3901
This spectacular fireworks display happens at 10 p.m. on Saturday, but you can make it a complete day of fun with carnival rides, a petting farm, live entertainment and more. The full fest runs June 27-30, 2019.
Van Buren Township Fireworks
June 29, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Beck Road baseball fields, between Tyler Road and the I-94 North service drive, Van Buren Township
- Cost: Free
- Phone: 734-699-8921
This fireworks display at dusk is preceded by music spun by a live DJ and food and drink for sale. Rain date is June 30.
Festival in the Park
June 30, 2019
- Time: 7-10 p.m.
- Address: Madison Heights Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights
- Cost: Free
- Phone: 248-589-2294
Find live entertainment, food, inflatables, face painting and a brilliant fireworks display at dusk.
Stony Creek Metropark Fireworks
June 30, 2019
- Time: Dusk
- Address: 4300 Main Park Drive, Shelby Township
- Cost: Free; $10/vehicle entry
- Phone: 586-426-8211
Visit the park during the day to enjoy all of the family-friendly fun they offer, and stick around until dusk to see this annual display.
Livonia Spree at Ford Field
June 30, 2019
- Time: 10:15 p.m.
- Address: Ford Field, Farmington and Lyndon roads, Livonia
- Cost: Free; fees apply for rides
- Phone: 734-427-8190
This annual, which happens June 25-30 this year, goes out with a bang during this 30-minute fireworks display, put on by the Livonia Anniversary Committee. If you come before the show, you can enjoy tons of other festival fun including games and rides.
Willow Metropark Fireworks
July 1, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Willow Metropark, 23200 S. Huron Road, New Boston
- Cost: Free; $10/vehicle entry
- Phone: 734-697-9181
Head to the park early to enjoy the pool and other entertainment before this Independence Day display.
Hudson Mills Metropark Fireworks
July 2, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Hudson Mills Metropark, 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter
- Cost: $10/vehicle entry
- Phone: 734-426-8211
Enjoy music spun by a live DJ and food before this annual display begins.
Fireworks Festival
July 3, 2019
- Time: 5-10 p.m.
- Address: Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township
- Cost: $10/general
- Phone: 810-908-9976
This celebration kicks off with a full lineup of musical entertainment, shopping and a Kids Korner, which is full of inflatables, slides, a climbing tower and retro games for kids. It ends with a fantastic display at 10 p.m.
Lake Erie Metropark Fireworks
July 3, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: 32481 W. Jefferson Ave., Brownstown
- Cost: $10/vehicle entry
- Phone: 734-379-5020
Catch live music starting at 6 p.m., and enjoy some of the attractions offered at the park, before this annual celebration of America’s independence.
Salute to America
July 3-6, 2019
- Times: 6-10 p.m. daily; fireworks start around dusk
- Address: Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
- Cost: $28/general, $21/kids, free/under 5, $6/parking
- Phone: 313-982-6001
It’s a four-day celebration of America’s independence, which includes games and activities for kids, music by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and a fireworks’ display to Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, among much more.
Clawson Fourth of July Festival Fireworks
July 4, 2019
- Times: 10 p.m.
- Address: Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave., Clawson
- Cost: fees apply
- Phone: 248-589-0334
The annual celebration features musical performances, an arts and craft show, a carnival, fun run and more. If you head out on the Fourth, you can celebrate America’s independence the right way with this spectacular fireworks display.
Independence Fest in Clarkston
July 4, 2019
- Times: 10 p.m.
- Address: Clintonwood Park, 6000 Clarkston Road, Clarkston
- Cost: Parking fees apply
- Phone: 248-625-8223
The day kicks off with a parade at 10 a.m., followed by a craft show, games for kids, inflatables, music, carnival rides and much more. Stick around until the end because a fireworks display shoots off shortly after dusk.
Freedom Fireworks at Addison Oaks County Park
July 5, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: 1480 W. Romeo Road, Leonard
- Cost: $5/resident parking, $12/non resident parking
- Phone: 248-693-2432
Kick off a weekend of fun at this fireworks display at dusk on July 5; plus face painting, patriotic art projects, clowns, pony rides and inflatables.
Oakland County Fair
July 5, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg
- Cost: $12/parking and entry, $6/admission if you walk into the grounds, $18-$25/ride wristbands, $5-$10/grandstand shows
- Phone: 248-634-8830
Kick off your fair week with a beautiful fireworks display on opening day. Stick around through July 14, 2019, for lots more hometown family fun.
Freedom Fireworks at Groveland Oaks Park
July 6, 2019
- Time: Dusk
- Address: Groveland Oaks Park, 14555 Dixie Highway, Holly
- Cost: $5/resident parking, $12/non resident parking
- Phone: 248-634-9811
Head out to the campground to enjoy a fireworks display, hosted by the Village of Holly. Consider camping because more fun happens throughout the weekend.
Uncle Sam Jam
July 12, 2019
- Time: 10 p.m.
- Address: Civic Center Park, 23101 Hall Road, Woodhaven
- Cost: Free
- Phone: 586-493-4344
The whole weekend offers a midway, petting zoo, animal exhibits and more leading up to a huge fireworks display.
DSO at the Ford House
July 12-13, 2019
- Time: 8-10 p.m. daily
- Address: Edsel & Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores
- Cost: $20/general, $12/ages 5-12
- Phone: 313-884-4222
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra performs during this fantastic display.
Farmington Founders Festival
July 20, 2019
- Time: Dusk
- Address: Shiawassee Park, Farmington
- Cost: Free
- Phone: 248-919-6917
This four-day fest offers live music, a kids’ carnival a parade and a huge fireworks show on Saturday night.
This post was originally published in 2016 and is updated regularly.
