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Line up will be at 10:00am on S. Franklin St. The parade route is from Franklin St. to Cass St. on Main St. (M-20). M-20 will be closed from Franklin to Cass for the duration of the parade. Events Events in our area Getting Here travel tips Celebrate the Fourth of July with a sky full of color at the Big Rapids Fireworks Spectacular! Head to the Mecosta County Fairgrounds and settle in with family and friends for an evening under the stars. The show kicks off at dusk and promises a bright, booming tribute to Independence Day. The ULTIMATE SOURCE of 2025 July Michigan events, music, festivals! Things to do in Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Traverse City + Kids Fourth of July festivities include parade, flotillas and fireworks Park Rapids' downtown parade starts at 11 a.m., and the fireworks at Heartland Park at dusk. Discover 35+ spectacular 4th of July events across Michigan in 2025! From the world-famous Ford Fireworks over the Detroit River to charming celebrations on Mackinac Island, explore Independence Day festivities spanning Lake Michigan shores to Grand Traverse Bay. FREE events and premium experiences included. Fourth of July is here, and communities across West Central Michigan are planning to celebrated with parades, concerts and fireworks. Here is a round up of events for Mecosta, Osceola and Lake counties, all in one place. Big Rapids: Big Rapids Township, the city of Big Rapids and the Mecosta County What is there to do in Michigan on the 4th of July? Michigan knows how to celebrate Independence Day! Many cities have 4th of July parades, fireworks, 5k runs, music, food festivals, air shows, live music, carnivals, craft shows and antique car shows. Keep reading for lots of things to do in over the July 4th weekend. Get ready for Grand Rapids' annual fireworks display with tips on road closures, parking, and safety guidelines to enjoy a festive Fourth of July. Search for Big Rapids, MI July 4th fireworks, events, parades, restaurants, things to do and more! And if you love those 'bombs bursting in air' on the Fourth of July, check here for a list of some of the best fireworks displays in the Big Rapids area for Independence Day 2025. Updated: Jun 26, 2025 / 06:18 PM EDT GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Americans celebrate their independence each year on July 4 with parades, fireworks, barbecues and parties. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – We’re just days away from the largest Fourth of July fireworks celebration in all of west Michigan and it’s happening in downtown Grand Rapids! Full schedule of West Michigan’s July 4 celebrations - parades, food, music, and fireworks shows from Caledonia to Grand Rapids. BIG RAPIDS — The Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the Big Rapids Freedom Fest July 4th celebrations will include a parade, the first since the pandemic, fireworks and several family activities in celebration of the country's birthday. NORTHERN MICHIGAN – Get ready for a star-spangled celebration across Northern Michigan as communities come alive with patriotic parades, dazzling fireworks, and hometown spirit. From morning processions to spectacular pyrotechnics, the region’s Independence Day festivities promise something unforgettable for everyone. Whether you’re cheering a parade or watching the night sky explode in Village of Mecosta: The village of Mecosta will feature a parade at 11 a.m. July 4, from Franklin to Cass streets. Lineup is at 10 a.m. on South Franklin Street. Fireworks will be at dusk, shot off from the field on the corner of Main and Cass streets. The Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the Big Rapids Freedom Fest that will kick off with food trucks and fireworks at dusk on July 3rd at the Mecosta County Fairgrounds, and commence with a parade and family activities along Michigan Avenue on the morning of July 4th. 10:15 PM – Light Parade (S. Franklin to S. Cass on M-20) Watch the glow roll through town as our lighted vehicles take over Main Street. This one-of-a-kind night parade is the perfect end to your Fourth of July weekend in Mecosta. Fireworks, parades and festivals throughout Mecosta, Osceola and Lake counties will give residents a chance to show their Independence Day pride. Photo is the Fourth of July parade in the village of Mecosta in 2022. (Pioneer file photo) 🚗 10:00 AM – Parade Line-Up on S. Franklin Street Get ready for a classic small-town parade! All are welcome to join—decorate your float, bike, tractor, or just bring your crew to walk along. It’s a great way to show your patriotic spirit in Mecosta. Searching for Fourth of July events near Big Rapids? Morley delivers an all‑day lineup that covers every classic Independence Day highlight in Mecosta County.
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