Quick! Think Fourth of July — what’s the first mental image that comes to mind?
If your mind conjured colorful fireworks displays, you’re not alone. These visual and aural spectacles have become synonymous with our nation’s birthday. So it’s no surprise that Northeast Ohio is chock-full of fireworks celebrations.
If you self-identify as a pyrophile — aka a fireworks aficionado — then you know Independence Day just isn’t the same without a liberal helping of comets, crossettes, waterfalls and aerial shells lighting up the night sky.
Below is a list of July fireworks displays planned in Carroll, Stark and Tuscarawas counties to hold you over until the country’s 250th birthday next year.
Where: Lake Cable Beach, 5725 Fulton Road NW, Canton, OH 44718
When: Thursday, July 3
What: Lake Cable Community Independence Day Fireworks**
Info: NOTE: Lake Cable is a private, members-only lake.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: 2 James Duncan Plaza, Massillon, OH 44646
When: Thursday, July 3, 5–10 p.m.
What: Massillon Third of July Celebration
Info: Li’l Miss Liberty and Li’l Uncle Sam Pageant for ages 3–7. Registration begins at 5 p.m., pageant starts at 6 p.m. Face painting, balloon artist, food from local restaurants, DORA drinks and food trucks. New Wave Nation performs at 7 p.m.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: McKinley Memorial Park, 800 McKinley Drive NW, Canton, OH 44708
When: Thursday, July 3, 6–11 p.m.
What: Monumental Fourth Celebration
Info: Gates open at 6 p.m. Live entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m., featuring En-Rich-Ment Drum Line and Jimmy and the Soul Blazers.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: Silver Park, 2930 S. Union Ave., Alliance, OH 44601
When: Friday, July 4, 5–9 p.m.
What: Alliance Community Fireworks
Info: Live music and food trucks.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: 8800 Crooked Run Road SW, Sugarcreek, OH 44622
When: Friday, July 4, 6–11 p.m.
What: Ragersville Historical Society
Info: Hot dogs and ice cream will be served at the pavilion beginning at 6 p.m.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: 160 Kensington Road NE, Carrollton, OH 44615
When: Saturday, July 5, 5–11 p.m.
What: FOE #2185 Ladies Auxiliary presents the 2025 Carroll County Fireworks Show
Info: Entry by donation. DJ Tyree, food trucks, beer garden (cash only), vendor market, kids’ activities and car show.
Fireworks begin: 10 p.m.
Where: Tuscora Park Practice Field, 161 Tuscora Ave. NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
When: Saturday, July 5, 10–10:30 p.m.
What: City of New Philadelphia Gigantic Fireworks Display
Info: Part of New Philadelphia’s First Town Days celebration (details below).
Fireworks begin: 10 p.m.
Where: 9500 Lakeview Road, Mineral City, OH 44656
When: Saturday, July 5, 10–11 p.m.
What: Atwood Lake Park Fireworks
Info: Watch fireworks over the lake from land or water. Atwood Lake is one of four Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District locations hosting fireworks. Others include:
Tappan Lake Park, 84000 Mallarnee Road, Deersville (July 4) Seneca Lake Park, 22172 Park Road, Senecaville (July 5) Piedmont Lake, 32281 Marina Road, Freeport (July 5) Fireworks begin: 10 p.m. (all locations)
Where: 1 N. Mohawk Drive, Malvern, OH 44644
When: Saturday, July 5
What: Lake Mohawk Celebration and Fireworks**
Info: NOTE: Lake Mohawk is a private, gated community. Guests must be accompanied by a property owner. Visit Lake Mohawk POA for more info.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park, 12951 Patterson St. NW, North Lawrence, OH 44666
When: Saturday, July 5
What: Clay’s Park Fourth of July Weekend Celebration**
Info: NOTE: Campers only.
Fireworks begin: Dusk
Where: Kent State Stark Campus, 6000 Frank Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720
When: Saturday, July 12
What: Stark County Italian American Festival
Info: Not technically for the Fourth, but for fireworks fans, it’s still in the post-holiday glow. Part of a three-day festival running July 11–13. Details at cantonitalianfesta.org.
Fireworks begin: 9:45 p.m.
Other Independence Day Events:
Where: Tuscora Park, 161 Tuscora Ave. NW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
When: Thursday, July 3, noon – Sunday, July 6
What: First Town Days 2025
Info: In addition to fireworks, enjoy carnival rides, entertainment and food. Visit First Town Days for a full schedule.
Where: 200 S. Main St., North Canton, OH 44720
When: Friday, July 4, 7–10 a.m.
What: North Canton YMCA Fourth of July Race
Info: Firecracker Dash for kids 5 and under, plus two-mile and five-mile races. Details at ymcastark.org/july4thrace.
Where: Main Street from 9th to Maple Street, North Canton, OH 44720
When: Friday, July 4, 10:30 a.m. – noon
What: Stark Community Jaycees Fourth of July Parade
Info: No fireworks in North Canton this year, but the parade tradition continues.
Where: Carroll County Veterans Park, 2038 Brenner Road NE, Carrollton, OH 44615
When: Friday, July 4, noon – Sunday, July 6
What: Freedom Rally
Info: Motorcycle rally benefiting veteran charities in Carroll, Tuscarawas and Stark counties. Sponsored by ABATE of Ohio, Region 8. Live bands, food, vendors and camping. Public welcome. More info at facebook.com/freedomrallyohio.
