STAFF REPORT
Independence Day is approaching, and here’s where southsiders can go to participate in celebrations and watch fireworks nearby.
Southport
The City of Southport is hosting an Independence Day Celebration and Parade starting at 10:30 a.m. June 28 at Southport Park, 6901 Derbyshire Road.
A Festival will follow the parade at the park, including music and food, according to a post by the city’s Parks Department.
Greenwood
Greenwood Freedom Festival is set for June 28 at Craig Park, 10 E. Smith Valley Road, according to the city’s website.
Festivities kick off at 4 p.m. with a parade. The parade will start on Madison Avenue, head south to Surina Way, then travel back north on Meridian Street. The full route is available on the city’s website.
Live music begins at 5 p.m. on the event lawn stage, with The Doo opening, and then The Endless Summer Band will play at 7:30 p.m. Live music will stop at 10 p.m., when the Star Spangled Banner will be played and a Flag Retirement ceremony will take place.
New this year is a drone show presented by Bailey & Wood, staff said on the website. The show will lead into the K.O.R.N. County 100.3 Musical Fireworks.
In addition to the festivities, attendees can enjoy a variety of local food vendors, a Kids Zone and a Beer & Wine Garden. The Kids Zone will cost $10 per ticket for a full day use of inflatables.
Beech Grove
The Beech Grove Promoters Club is hosting its annual All American Day in the Park & Fireworks starting at 5 p.m. July 3 at Sarah T. Bolton Park 173 S. 15th Ave.
The event will feature over 20 food vendors, DJ Mark Hackler, and a Kid Zone (sponsored by the Beech Grove Drug Free Coalition), according to a post by the club.
WCWO Wrestling will also join the fun at 7 p.m. The fireworks will start at 10:15 p.m.
Correction: A prior version of this story had a Bargersville event listed. That event has since been cancelled.
