This Fourth of July promises a vibrant lineup of outdoor celebrations across the Roanoke Valley. Support a local organization like Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy or Boys & Girls Clubs of SWVA with a fun July 4 th run, or go grab a donut at the marina. Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge 101 Shenandoah Avenue NE Roanoke, VA 24016 (540) 342-6025 (800) 635-5535. Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge is committed to cultivating an atmosphere that welcomes and celebrates the unique backgrounds, abilities, passions, and perspectives of our vibrant community. Find July 4th Fireworks in Roanoke, VA including Events, Schedules and Parades. Search for Roanoke, VA 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 Roanoke area for Independence 4th of July Sale-a-bration Craft & Vendor Bazaar Shop for homemade crafts, jewelry, makeup, handbags and more. There will be live mountain music and treats available for purchase. Get ready for a star-spangled celebration! This July 4th, Roanoke lights up with spectacular fireworks shows, festive parades, live music, and family-friendly fun. Whether you're a local or visiting for the holiday, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate Independence Day 2025 in Roanoke. Roanoke gets the jump on celebrating Independence Day when it holds the Freedom Festival fireworks launch from River’s Edge Park on Thursday night. Explore 4th of July Weekend 2025 events & things to do in Roanoke. Spend the Independence day with family with Fourth of July Parade in Roanoke. Here is list of 4th July events and parties you can attend near Roanoke. How are you celebrating the July 4 this year? With plenty of festivals, food, brews, and fireworks (of course), there’s no better place to spend the holiday weekend than right here in the Roanoke Region. Here’s a look at the festivities: Buchanan Community Fourth of July Carnival Voted one of the “Best Community Events” by [] Join the fun of 4th of July fireworks and related Independence Day special events and celebrations throughout the Roanoke Region in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. ROANOKE, Va. – Residents looking for ways to celebrate Independence Day can enjoy the annual Freedom Festival and Fireworks and the Four on the Fourth race at the Vinton War Memorial. On July 3 ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – With Independence Day around the corner, PLAY Roanoke announced the plans for the annual Freedom Festival on Thursday, July 3. The Freedom Festival will be at River’s Edge Park North along Reserve Avenue and across from Carilion Riverside. Fireworks will light up the sky on July 3 in Roanoke as the community celebrates at the city’s annual July 3rd Independence Day Celebration. The details The event will be held from 5-10 p.m. and Celebrate an evening of red, white and boom with the City of Roanoke’s annual fireworks show at River’s Edge Sports Complex on July 4 beginning at 9:30 p.m. This year’s fireworks show is presented by the City of Roanoke, The Roanoke Times, WFXR, and Downtown Roanoke, Inc. Before the fireworks, enjoy patriotic music from Winds of the Blue Ridge starting at 8 p.m. With the road closures of Enjoy food vendors and kids' games before a fireworks display at dusk in Roanoke Park! Through July 6. 2. Salem Fair Salem Civic Center July 3-14. 3. Buchanan Community Carnival Buchanan Town Park Through July 6. 4. Flat Stanley: The Musical Mill Mountain Theatre Through July 28. 5. Zoobilee Mill Mountain Zoo July 3. 6. Lavender Festival Beliveau Farm July 6-7. 7. Roanoke River Floatilla Roanoke Mountain Adventures to Starr Hill Roanoke: Freedom Festival & Fireworks, Rivers Edge Park: North, 302 Wiley Dr SW, Free Event, live music, kids activities, food trucks, 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM. Fri., July 4: Blacksburg: 4th of July Events, Parade at 2pm, Music at Municipal Park at 6pm, Fireworks at Municipal park at 9:30pm. Make your way over to the Cliff View Golf Course, Brewhouse & Inn on July 1 for live music, food, and bevs and cap off your night with one heck of a fireworks show! As America gets ready to celebrate its 249th birthday, Independence Day events are preparing to take place across Virginia and North Carolina. Radford’s Spirit of America July 4th Celebration. Location: Bisset Park, 49 Berkeley Williams Drive, Radford, VA 24141. Time: Celebration starts at 2 PM | Fireworks at 10 PM . Roanoke’s Fireworks on the Fourth / Winds of the Blue Ridge: Celebrate America! Location: River’s Edge Sports Complex, 302 Wiley Drive SW, Roanoke, VA 24014 ROANOKE. Community Fourth of July Workout on 521 Salem Avenue from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 4th of July Celebration on 2265 Catawba Valley Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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