When are the Fourth of July fireworks in the Bloomington area?

Fireworks explode over the Monroe County Fairgrounds in this photo from 2014.
Fireworks explode over the Monroe County Fairgrounds in this photo from 2014.

There will be several chances for people in Monroe County to view fireworks displays and celebrate Independence Day. Bloomington isn't hosting a fireworks display this year, but the city is sponsoring a parade in downtown on July 4.

Monroe County Fair fireworks

The 2022 Monroe County Fair kicks off June 24 with a fireworks display at the fairgrounds, 5700 W. Airport Road. Gates will open at 6 p.m. for an evening featuring live entertainment, fair food, vendors and classic cars. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

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Fireworks in Ellettsville

Ellettsville's fireworks display is set for July 2 at dusk near the cross-country track and tennis courts at the Richland-Bean Blossom school complex.

Lake Lemon fireworks

Lake Lemon will be the site of a fireworks display at 10 p.m. on July 3 at Riddle Point Park, 7599 N. Tunnel Road. The cost is $20 per vehicle to support the Lake Lemon Conservancy District. There will be food trucks and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

Ellettsville, Bloomington, Bedford to host July 4th fireworks
Ellettsville, Bloomington, Bedford to host July 4th fireworks

Other Bloomington fireworks

Emmanuel Church, 1503 W. That Road, will host Fireworks for Freedom, at 6:30 p.m. July 3. The church is offering grilled hamburgers and hot dogs and attendees are encouraged to bring sides and lawn chairs or blankets. Bounce house, cornhole tournament, volleyball and lawn games also are planned. Free.

Grace Baptist Church, 2320 N. Smith Pike, will have Red, White and BOOM at 6 p.m. July 3. There will be bounce houses, games and hot dogs and chips. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Fourth of July in Bloomington

Bloomington will celebrate Independence Day with a parade in downtown starting at 10 a.m. July 4. The Bloomington Community Band will play on the Courthouse Square starting at 9 a.m.

This article originally appeared on The Herald-Times: Fireworks displays in Monroe County for July 4 Independence Day