Published June 26, 2026
Your Red, White & Blue Weekend Bucket List
Whether you're heading out to catch fireworks, checking out a local parade, or just looking for an excuse to grab some ice cream with the family, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate the Fourth in Metro Detroit.
We rounded up some of our favorite events happening this weekend so you can spend less time searching and more time making memories.
Catch a Firework Show
Grab your lawn chairs, pack some snacks, and stake out a good spot to watch fireworks light up the night sky! There are shows happening all weekend long, from Saturday the 27th straight through the Fourth.
Independence Fest (Clarkston): Saturday, June 27
Lake Oakland Fireworks: Saturday, June 27
Red, White & Blues Festival (Highland): Saturday, June 27
Kensington Metropark Fireworks (Milford): Saturday, June 27
Willow Metropark Fireworks (New Boston): Sunday, June 28
Livonia Spree: Sunday, June 28
Festival in the Park (Madison Heights): Sunday, June 28
Salute To America (Greenfield Village, Dearborn): July 2 – 5
Clawson Fireworks (Clawson): Friday, July 4
Go to a Hometown Parade
There's something about a good parade that never gets old. From marching bands and decorated floats to kids chasing candy down Main Street, these local traditions never get old. Here are a few parades happening around Metro Detroit this holiday:
Northville Independence Day Parade
Wyandotte Independence Day Parade
Beat the Heat
Looking to cool off this weekend? From Metropark beaches and splash pads to local pools, there are plenty of spots around Metro Detroit to beat the heat and make the most of the holiday.
25+ Free splash pads across Metro Detroit
Family-friendly pools and water parks
Fire Up the Grill
Honestly? Sometimes the best plan is no plan at all, just good friends, a hot grill, and a cooler full of drinks. If you need a little menu inspiration to get started:
End the Day with Ice Cream
No Fourth of July is complete without it. A few local favorites that are absolutely worth the stop:
Guernsey Farms Dairy (Northville)
Calder Dairy (Carleton)
Cook's Farm Dairy (Ortonville)
Bob Jo's Frozen Custard (Wyandotte)
Ray's Ice Cream (Royal Oak)
Browndog Barlor (Northville)
From Our Family to Yours
However you choose to celebrate, we hope your Fourth of July weekend is filled with great food, great company, and memories you'll be talking about all summer long.
Happy Independence Day!
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