4th of July Celebrations Madison, WI | Festivals, Parades, Fireworks 2026

Fourth of July week is here! Here's what's happening in the Madison area (and the surrounding areas!) Did we miss any? We'd love to add to our list, let us know!

From the first Stars, Stripes & Shorelines celebration on Lake Mendota to lots of small town charm festivals, there’s so many ways to spend the holiday weekend around Madison, WI.

Check in with each event for weather related updates.  Have a safe 4th weekend!

Stoughton Fair

July 1st - July 5th | 400 Mandt Parkway

Providing family fun for all ages, the Stoughton Fair is a free community event which strives to provide family entertainment to people of all ages and economic backgrounds.

Shorewood Hills Celebration

July 3rd - 4th | Shorewood Hills

The 4th of July celebration in Shorewood Hills is a tradition almost as old as the Village itself. Independence Day Dance, “Try-it” triathlon, parade, water fight, and more! 

Deforest Fourth of July Celebration

July 3rd - July 4th | Fireman's Park, DeForest

Family-friendly event filled with excitement and tradition! Enjoy live music, delicious food vendors, family activities, and a festive parade.

Monona Community Festival

July 3rd - 4th | Winnequah Park

The Monona Community Festival is one of the largest and longest running July 4th celebrations in southern Wisconsin. This two day event held in beautiful Winnequah Park includes a variety of events, music, food and fun for the whole family.

Evansville Fourth of July

July 3rd - July 5th | Lake Leota Park

The biggest weekend of the year in Evansville brings three days of classic small-town festival fun to Lake Leota Park.

Fire on the River

July 3rd - 4th | Sauk City

Fire on the River is a family event along the beautiful Wisconsin River. Bring your entire family and have some fun. Enjoy the amazing fireworks show over the Wisconsin River with your friends and family. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

Columbus Fourth of July

June 30th - July 5th | Fireman’s Park, Columbus

The 4th of July Celebration is more than just fireworks — it’s a multi-day event that showcases the heart of our city through parades, music, food, games, and family fun.

Westmorland Fourth of July

July 4th | Westmorland Park

Celebrate Independence Day with classic Westmorland charm!

Token Creek July 4th Celebration

July 4th | Portage Road, Token Creek

Join us for our small-town, community celebration of our nation's independence. Food, music, games, raffles . . . and of course, the one and only world’s biggest little parade!

July Third Celebration

July 3rd | Norsk Golf Club, Mount Horeb

Kids' activities, music, concessions, fireworks at dusk.

Mazomanie Fourth of July Celebration

July 4th | Mazomanie

Baseball - Pool Games - Food - Music - Huge Fireworks Display

WaunaBoom

July 4th | Ripp Park

On July 4th, we celebrate more than our nation’s independence. We celebrate the connections that make Waunakee feel like home. Friends, families, and neighbors come together for a day full of free activities, live music, delicious food, and spectacular fireworks.

Fest on the Fourth

July 4th | Maple Bluff

Join us for a day filled with family fun, parade, and fireworks at this year’s Fest on the 4th!

Independence Day Celebration

July 4th - 5th | Old World Wisconsin

Baseball, pie and other red, white and blue delights—come celebrate America’s birthday at Old World Wisconsin! Suit up in your best patriotic gear and head to the Crossroads Village for an unforgettable Independence Day Weekend full of food, games, music, performances and more. 

Stars, Stripes & Shorelines

July 4th | Wisconsin Union & The Edgewater

For the first time ever, the Wisconsin Union and The Edgewater are partnering to create a free, open-to-the-public Fourth of July festival stretching from Memorial Union to The Edgewater Grand Plaza. The all-day event will feature live music, family-friendly activities, lake entertainment, and food and beverage offerings!

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