Enjoy Spectacular Fourth of July Fireworks and More Events in Metro Detroit

Independence Day 2025 is here. Celebrate at one of these Fourth of July fireworks displays and events in metro Detroit.

The Fourth of July is fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate America’s independence than with enormous explosions in the sky?

Even better, you can see fireworks in metro Detroit before and after the Fourth of July with these spectacular shows happening throughout June and July. Watch your kids light up when they see fireworks in the sky!

For Independence Day 2025, metro Detroit residents are celebrating with tons of Fourth of July fireworks displays and fun events — all you have to do is find the right one for you and your family.

Ever since I can remember, my parents took me to see my hometown fireworks in downtown Mount Clemens and I always do the same with my son, Jordan. We try to make it to a few different fireworks displays because there are always fun activities at the events beforehand. 

Fourth of July fireworks and events in Macomb County

Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival

June 18-22, 2025 

  • Address: Downtown New Baltimore area
  • Cost: Free, fees for some activities; register in advance to enter competitions

The short-lived water bugs drive the theme of this fest, which has kids activities, live entertainment, a corn hole tournament, parade, fireworks and more.

Fireworks at Stony Creek Metropark 

Fireworks-at-Stony-Creek-Metropark-in-Shelby-Township
Photo credit: Stony Creek Metropark

June 27, 2025

  • Address: 4300 Main Park Drive, Shelby Township
  • Cost: Free/admission, $10/daily pass

Join the tens of thousands of Macomb County neighbors for the Stony Creek Metropark fireworks show. Participants just need to pack some food, grab a picnic blanket and enjoy the show under the stars.

Fireworks Extravaganza! at Veterans Memorial Park

June 27, 2025

  • Address: 32400 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
  • Cost: $3/advanced residents, $5/advanced non-residents, $5/at the gate for residents and non-residents; $10/parking pass in advance

See this firework display, which begins at dusk at Veterans Memorial Park. Purchase wristbands and parking ahead of time at the Civic Ice Arena.

Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks in Downtown Mount Clemens

June 27, 2025

  • Address: 67 N. Walnut St., Mount Clemens
  • Cost: Free

Arrive early to stake your spot along the riverfront and enjoy the dazzling fireworks show. If the riverfront is packed by the time the display begins at dusk, extra seating is available in the vacant lot next to the court building.

Clinton Township Fireworks

July 9, 2025

  • Address: 40700 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township
  • Cost: Free

Families can enjoy inflatables, face painting, food vendors and live musical performances during the day and a fireworks show at dusk.

New Haven Red, Hot & Blue Festival

July 12, 2025

  • Address: 57700 Gratiot Ave., New Haven
  • Cost: Contact for details

Enjoy food, fun and fireworks at this annual all ages event.

Fourth of July fireworks and events in Oakland County

The 14th Annual Walled Lake Civic Fund Fireworks Show

June 21, 2025

  • Address: Downtown Walled Lake area
  • Cost: Free

This fireworks celebration has been happening for the past 14 years. Families can watch the Walled Lake Fireworks light up the sky over Walled Lake. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Festival of the Hills at Borden Park 

June 25, 2025 

  • Address: 1400 E. Hamlin Road, Rochester Hills
  • Cost: Free

Michigan’s second-largest fireworks display is the big draw. Plus, enjoy plenty of family games and live entertainment.

Lite the Night Fireworks at Sibley Square Park

June 26, 2025

  • Address: 48900 Pontiac Trail, Wixom
  • Cost: Free

Families can see a fireworks show at this annual. Also, live music, inflatables, food trucks, a beer and wine tent and more.

Independence Fest at Clintonwood Park

June 28, 2025

  • Address: 6000 Clarkston Road, Clarkston
  • Cost: Free; $5-$10/parking

Kick off your Fourth of July festivities with live entertainment, kids’ activities, a classic car display, food, play, fireworks and more. The fireworks will begin at dusk.

Festival in the Park at Madison Heights Civic Center Park

June 29, 2025

  • Address: 360 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights
  • Cost: Free

Enjoy live music, food vendors, inflatables, a firework display and more at this annual Fourth of July event.

M1 Cars Under the Stars Fireworks Spectacular at M1 Concourse

Photo credit: M1 Concourse

June 29, 2025

  • Address: 1 Concourse Drive, Pontiac
  • Cost: $20-plus/ages 12-plus, free/ages 11 and under (with the purchase of an adult ticket); $20/parking

Head to M1 Concourse’s eighth annual Cars Under the Stars Fireworks Spectacular. The firework show will begin at dusk. There will also be live music, food trucks and fireworks at M1 Concourse.

Fireworks at Kensington Metropark

June 28, 2025

  • Address: 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford
  • Cost: Free/admission, $10/daily pass

All ages can catch a colorful display in the night sky at this Kensington Metropark fireworks event. Participants just need to pack some food, grab a picnic blanket and enjoy the show under the stars.

Fourth of July Fireworks and Events in Wayne County

Ford Fireworks at Hart Plaza 

June 23, 2025

  • Address: 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit
  • Cost: Free

This event is recognized as one of America’s largest and most magnificent fireworks displays. It’s a spectacular summer tradition in the city and is enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of spectators. The fireworks are shot off from three barges on the Detroit River.

Livonia Spree at Ford Field Park

June 24-29, 2025

  • Address: 33841 Lyndon St., Livonia
  • Cost: Free/entry, fees/rides

This fest features a kid’s zone, amusement park, food, games, live entertainment, a beer tent and more. Fireworks will take place on Sunday evening.

Taylor Summer Festival at Heritage Park

June 26-29, 2025 

  • Address: 12303 Pardee Road, Taylor
  • Cost: Free/admission, $20-$35/armbands, $10/parking

This fest features live music, carnival rides, fair food and, of course, fireworks.

Trenton Summer Festival

June 27-28, 2025

  • Address: 2800 Third St., Trenton
  • Cost: Free

This annual festival features live performances, vendors, family-friendly areas, beer tent, fireworks and more.

Fireworks at Willow Metropark

June 29, 2025

  • Address: 23200 S. Huron Road, New Boston
  • Cost: Free/admission, $10/daily pass

Willow Metropark sets off a dazzling fireworks display that’s fun for the whole family. Live entertainment starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks display begins at 10 p.m.

Salute to America: Summer Stroll at Greenfield Village

Photo credit: KMS Photography

July 2-5, 2025

  • Address: 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
  • Cost: $42/ages 12-plus, $31.50/ages 5-11, free/ages 4 and under; $9/parking

Wander through Greenfield Village and enjoy small ensembles from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra scattered around the open-air history museum. American history is proudly on display at the event with choral-singing, ragtime, jazz and more on the setlist. Guests can enjoy marching fifes and drums and a booming fireworks display.

Lake Erie Metropark Fireworks

July 3, 2025

  • Address: 32481 W. Jefferson Ave., Brownstown
  • Cost: Free/admission, $10/daily pass

Pack your picnic basket and enjoy a night under the stars with a firework display at Lake Erie Metropark. Live entertainment provided by the Rick Lieder Trio beginning at 6 p.m. Fireworks display at 10 p.m.

Uncle Sam Jam at Civic Center Park

Photo credit: Uncle Sam Jam

July 10-13, 2025

  • Address: 23101 Hall Road, Woodhaven
  • Cost: Free admission; $25-$38/all-day ride passes; $15/parking

Enjoy a carnival, live music, pony rides, a petting zoo, monster truck rides, a patriotic drone show, fireworks and more.

Fourth of July fireworks and events in Washtenaw County

Chelsea Fireworks at the Fairgrounds

June 28, 2025

  • Address: 20501 W. Old US Highway 12, Chelsea
  • Cost: Free/admission, free/parking

This event features fireworks, live music, a beverage tent, food trucks, entertainment, a raffle, merchants, a silent auction and more.

Manchester Fireworks at Carr Park

July 3, 2025

  • Address: 599 W. Main St., Manchester
  • Cost: Free admission; $5/entry to party zone

This annual event features fireworks, live music, food vendors, a beer tent and more. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Beer and seltzers along with entry to the party zone are cash only. Fireworks launch after sundown.

This article was recently updated on June 18, 2025, by Metro Parent Content Writer Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding firework events in Metro Detroit to MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best firework events in metro Detroit to check out, aligning Metro Parent’s mission to provide the top parenting resources for local families. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.


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Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano
Kari Zaffarano is a mom of one who loves finding fun things for families to do. She enjoys reading, traveling and exploring metro Detroit with her son.

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