Here's a few places around Southwestern Indiana and Western Kentucky for fireworks shows

Rayonna Burton-Jernigan, Evansville Courier & Press
Updated ·1 min read

Summer is here and that means it's time for fireworks displays to commemorate Independence Day.

The day celebrates the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, and is usually celebrated with barbeque, beer, and fireworks shows.

Here's a list of shows in Evansville and surrounding areas for anyone looking to enjoy a dazzling night for the patriotic holiday.

Evansville

Fireworks on the Ohio

July 4, 6 p.m., firework displays start at 9:15 p.m., Riverside Drive. Free.

Evansville's largest public fireworks celebration is back from Court to Cherry streets with free face painting, inflatables, yard games and more. There will be free parking along the street and around the City of Evansville parking garages, and the parking lot behind the Civic Center.

Boonville, Indiana

Scales Lake fireworks

July 2, dusk, Scales Lake Park, 800 W. Tennyson Road. $5 per car.

This annual fireworks display is back at Scales Lakes Park. Attendees are not allowed to bring their own fireworks.

Independence Day fireworks display at the Fireworks on the Ohio event on Riverside Dr., in Evansville, Ind., Monday night, July 4, 2022.
Independence Day fireworks display at the Fireworks on the Ohio event on Riverside Dr., in Evansville, Ind., Monday night, July 4, 2022.

Mount Vernon, Indiana

Fireworks on the Mount Vernon Riverfront

July 1, 9 p.m., Mount Vernon riverfront, 110 E. Water St. Free.

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and coolers to enjoy a beautiful fireworks display brought to you by the Mount Vernon Lions Club.

Princeton, Indiana

Freedom Festival 2023

July 4, 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. at the Gibson County Fairgrounds, 711 N Embree St. Free admission but $2 parking per car.

This event will feature a car show in downtown Princeton surrounding the courthouse square and several food trucks. Fireworks start at sunset.

Santa Claus, Indiana

Holiday World Holidays in the Sky

July 4th weekend, 452 E. Christmas Blvd. Admission into the park is $62. The light show is free with admission.

Holiday World hosts its daily "Holidays in the Sky" show that features 400 LED-lit drones and fireworks light show representing all the holidays, such as Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, the Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve with elaborate animated displays.

Independence Day fireworks display at the Fireworks on the Ohio event on Riverside Dr., in Evansville, Ind., Monday night, July 4, 2022.
Independence Day fireworks display at the Fireworks on the Ohio event on Riverside Dr., in Evansville, Ind., Monday night, July 4, 2022.

Henderson, Kentucky

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

July 3, 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. at the Henderson Riverfront. Free.

This family-friendly celebration is back on the Henderson riverfront with food vendors, live music, children's entertainment and more.

This article originally appeared on Evansville Courier & Press: A look at when different cities and towns are hosting fireworks shows