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July 4th in Cleveland: Fireworks are Only the Beginning

Light Up the July Night Sky in The Land

Destination Cleveland June 24, 2025

Summer in Downtown Cleveland means great live music, the best summer festivals and, of course, a fireworks spectacular or two. Choose from one of your old haunts or discover a new favorite bar or restaurant in the East and West Bank of The Flats, or bring your blankets, family and pets along to beautiful Edgewater Park and sprawl out for fireworks and fun. When the sun sets, this free and family-friendly event begins.

Whether you’re chasing around a furry friend, want to hit the town with your significant other or are traveling into the city with the entire family, we've got your Independence Day festivities covered.

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Trying to go easy on the wallet this year? We get it. All the best views in life are free. Grab a blanket and make your own seat for Light Up the Lake at  Voinovich Park or any of the other great spots nearby, like North Coast Harbor, Rivergate Park, Flats East Bank Boardwalk, Settler’s Landing, Whiskey Island and Wendy Park, just in time for the post-dusk fireworks show. Oh, and if you're looking for somewhere new, hit up the lakefront's newest attraction for a fireworks watch party at North Coast Yard.

Lady Caroline July 4th Fireworks Cruise


Treat yourself to a romantic night celebrating with an evening cruise along Lake Erie. Climb aboard the Lady Caroline for a low-key, unforgettable evening and one of the best seats in the house to watch the fireworks over the lake from the OB Deck. Tickets for the Lady Caroline July 4th Fireworks cruise are limited, so grab yours today.

Goodtime III July 4th Cruise


Take in some of the most amazing views the city has to offer with a July 4th night out on the water. No matter if you’re enjoying a great dinner before the show, or getting down on the dancefloor after fireworks light up the sky, one thing’s for sure — if you’re on the Goodtime, you know you’re going to have fun. Tickets are available both with and without dinner, but you'll be dancing the night away regardless.

"A Salute to America" with The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom Music Center


Celebrate Indpendence Day with The Cleveland Orchestra. The summer season at Blossom is in full swing with a star-spangled concert featuring fan favorite patriotic marches, Broadway favorites, an Armed Forces salute and even more in store, July 3 - 4. Spread out your blanket and get ready for a night of great music and phenomenal fireworks.
 

Cleveland Guardians vs. Detroit Tigers 


There aren't many ways to celebrate the holiday that are more American than a day at the ballpark with the boys of summer. Cleveland hosts the Detroit Tigers in a divisional battle for a three game homestand July 4-6 at Progressive Field. Enjoy "Dollar Dogs," a free shirt and fireworks on Friday, July 4, a Larry Doby bobblehead and fireworks on Saturday, July 5, and a free hawaiian shirt and Kids Fun Day on sunday, July 6.

 

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