5h Celebrate the Fourth of July at Wilderness Resort! 🇺🇸 Make a splash by day, enjoy fireworks by night, and soak in the magic of the holiday with unforgettable moments for the whole family. 🎇 From waterpark thrills to festive celebrations, your perfect summer escape starts here. 🌊 Book now: Celebrate Independence Day at the Wilderness! Join us for a day filled with fun activities! As dusk falls, get ready for our spectacular annual fireworks show! The Wilderness display is the best in the Dells, and the best part? No traffic hassles—it’s right here at the resort! We launch fireworks near the Glacier Canyon Conference Center, so for the best views, grab a spot near Lost World Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will offer several special events around the Fourth of July holiday: The Fourth of July 5K Run will take place on July 3. Pre-registration is available June 24-30 from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at the Fort Wilderness Bike Barn. On-site registration begins at 7:00 a.m. in the field next to Mickey’s Backyard BBQ. The 4TH OF JULY HAPPENINGS! Celebrate Independence Day at the Wilderness! Join us for a day filled with fun activities! As dusk falls, get ready for our spectacular annual fireworks show! The Wilderness display is the best in the Dells, and the best part? No traffic hassles—it’s right here at the resort! We launch fireworks near the Glacier Canyon Conference Center, so for the best views, grab Displayed Rate Includes $30.00 Daily Resort Fee BOOK EARLY, SAVE BIG! Lock in sun-soaked savings when you book your summer getaway today! Guests get full access to ALL our incredible indoor & outdoor waterparks—because summer weekdays are meant for big splashes and even bigger fun! SUNDAY FUNDAY! July Dates From $229 LIMITED TIME OFFER! Displayed Rate Includes $30.00 Daily Resort Fee POOLSIDE PERFECTION! Sundays and Thursdays in July are the perfect days to escape this summer, so treat yourself to the ultimate mix of savings and splashes! View Offer Details and Restrictions Visiting Walt Disney World for the 4th of July in 2024? Here's a list of what to expect with unique characters and events specific to the holiday. Special Offers Wilderness Hotel Glacier Canyon Lodge Wilderness on the Lake July August September October Value Added Spanning 600 acres, we are America’s Largest Waterpark Resort! The Wilderness Territory in Wisconsin Dells features three top lodging locations: Wilderness Hotel & Golf Resort, Glacier Canyon Lodge, and Wilderness on the Lake. Our Fireworks Celebration on the Fourth of July is on for our guests. Come celebrate with us! To place a risk-free reservation please visit: WildernessResort.com or call 800.867.9453. To learn about our NEW Safer at Play program please visit: Explore New Mexico's best 4th of July celebrations in 2025! From Albuquerque's massive Freedom 4th Festival to Red River's Christmas in July parade, discover fireworks shows, parades, and family festivals across the state. Hi everyone! Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground held its annual Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade yesterday! Campsite guests decorated around 150 of their carts – it was a big parade, even a little bigger than last year. We have photos and video to share (also check out our Trail’s End refurbishment photos from yesterday). First up, our video. While I chose a select group of Wilderness Resort: Thursday, July 4 at dusk. Rescheduled to Friday, July 5 at dusk. This annual show for guests is launched near the Glacier Canyon Conference Center with the best seats near the Lost World Waterpark. A bonus, staff will be handing out free glow sticks for the kids. Get $25 Off Per Night on 3+ Nights! July Weekdays From $229 Per Night! LIMITED TIME OFFER! Add In-Room Packages, Party Rooms, Early Check-In, Extended Checkout, Fun Passes, Zip Line, and other must-do attractions. Check out our ‘ Value Added ’ page to see these and other great options for your Wilderness Getaway! SUNDAY FUNDAY! LIMITED TIME OFFER! 4th of July Make Your Plans Now to Join Us! Our fireworks display is second to none! Launched near our Glacier Canyon Conference Center, there’s really not a bad seat in the house. Show begin at dusk. Celebrate Independence Day at the Wilderness! Join us for a day filled with fun activities! As dusk falls, get ready for our spectacular annual fireworks show! The Wilderness display is the best in the Dells, and the best part? No traffic hassles—it’s right here at the resort! Get ready for a star-spangled celebration packed with festive fun for the whole family! Enjoy free activities like patriotic bracelet making, balloon animals, foam crafts, and button decorating. Mom & Dad, cool off with “ The Firecracker,” our signature 4th of July drink. Start the summer off at Wilderness at the Smokies with this great weekday special. Stay select weekdays in July from $199.99 per night, as always, resort waterparks are included for all registered guests! Click the calendar, make a splash! Try our attractions with our Fun Pass. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground held its annual July 4th Golf Cart Extravaganza yesterday. This fun parade included over a hundred golf carts decorated by resort guests. This was our first time visiting the resort for the Independence Day golf cart parade. So we filmed the first portion of the parade and took photos of the rest. If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World The largest “resort” event is the Golf Cart Extravaganza Parade at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. We have a report from a previous year that shares photos of what to expect.
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