Waterfront Park Fourth of July
presented by
Louisville Metro Government, Mayor Craig Greenberg, and Ford

When: Saturday, July 4th
Where: TurfMutt Great Lawn
Time: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Free and open to the public

A Fourth of July Celebration Rooted in Louisville

Join us at Waterfront Park for a uniquely Louisville Fourth of July celebration as part of the A250 commemoration, honoring 250 years of American spirit through music, culture, and community.

This free event on the TurfMutt Great Lawn features a full evening of family-friendly activities, local food and beverage, and a dynamic lineup of live performances curated by the Kentucky Performing Arts and produced by Jou Jou Presents. From gospel and Appalachian traditions to Latin fusion, Americana, and soul, the evening showcases the sounds that continue to shape American music.

Guests can explore interactive experiences and enjoy a wide variety of food and drink offerings, including Brown-Forman bars.

The night concludes at 10:00 PM with Louisville’s A250 Fireworks Show, an expanded display over the Ohio River celebrating the spirit, creativity, and community that define our region.

Main Stage Performance Schedule, “Music That Makes Our Country”, curated by Kentucky Performing Arts and produced by Jou Jou Presents

5:00 – 5:30 PM – To Be Announced

5:30 PM – River City Drum Corps (Interactive roving performance)

5:45 – 6:30 PM – Britt Taylor (Country / Americana)

6:30 PM – River City Drum Corps (Interactive roving performance)

6:45 – 7:30 PM – Appalatin (Latin–Appalachian Fusion)

7:45 – 8:45 PM – Fantastic Cat (Roots Rock / Americana)

9:00 – 10:00 PM – Southern Avenue (Soul / Blues)

10:00 PM – Louisville’s A250 Fireworks Show (22 minutes)

A spectacular fireworks display over the Ohio River celebrating 250 years of American spirit through the lens of Louisville’s culture, music, and community.

Family Fun Area (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Families can enjoy a wide variety of engaging, hands-on activities designed for children of all ages, including:

  • Science experiments presented by the Kentucky Science Center
  • Music education activities led by Jug Band Jubilee
  • A special appearance by Catfish Louie, Friends of Waterfront Park mascot. 
  • Interactive equipment displays from Louisville Metro Police and Louisville Fire Department
  • Foam party experience
  • Mini putt-putt golf
  • Face painting and bounce houses
  • Antique Military Equipment Display by KILROY- (Kentucky Liberated Relics Of Yesteryear) Inc.

A Community Celebration Made Possible by Our Supporters

This event is free to attend and open to everyone in our community, made possible by the generous support of sponsors, partners, and Waterfront Park donors.

Presenting Sponsors:
Louisville Metro Government, Mayor Craig Greenberg, Ford

Lead Sponsors:
A250 Louisville Kentucky, Brown-Forman, LouCity & Racing Louisville FC, WHAS11,

Community Support Sponsor:
Kentucky Kingdom

Community Partners:
Bearno’s Pizza, Friends of Waterfront Park, Happy Birthday Circle, Jou Jou Presents, Jug Band Jubilee Kentucky Performing Arts, Kentucky Science Center, KILROY- (Kentucky Liberated Relics Of Yesteryear) Inc., Nugent Sand Company, Simon Signs

This event is also supported by Waterfront Park donors. Contributions help keep events like this free and accessible to all. Click here to donate!

Louisville City FC
Louisville City FC will also host a match vs Hartford Athletic beginning at 8pm.  For more information and to purchase tickets, https://www.loucity.com/july4/

Getting There and Parking

Turf Mutt Great Lawn is located at 231 E Witherspoon Street

Road Closures:  WitherspoonStreet between Brook and Preston Street will close at 4:00 PM.

Parking is available in:

  • Wharf/Blue Parking Lot, Purple, Lincoln, Red, Silver, Tan, Turquoise, and Yellow parking lots at Waterfront Park
  • Surface lot across from the TurfMutt Great Lawn
  • Humana Parking Garage
  • Street Parking along River Road

Bicycle Parking :  Bicycle racks will be available on-site.

Prohibited Items

Leave the following items at home—they are not permitted inside the event:

Glass containers
Coolers
Fireworks
Pets
Outside food or alcohol
Drones
Amplification Devices
Signage over 24” x 24”
Tents and Canopies

Items welcomed:

Refillable water bottles
Blankets
Lawn Chairs
Sunscreen

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Two women sit on swings in the park.
A child smiles as they swing in the park.
A man in shorts featuring the American flag fans himself with a frisbee as he looks onto the crowd and American flag in the distance.
A large crowd on the Big Four Lawn sit with a stage in the background.
A smiling man with a ukulele and microphone.
A woman with sunglasses hula-hoops with people in the background gathered around a tent.
A grown-up and small child do art projects at a table.
Two children work on art on a table with markers scattered about.
A smiling woman and children conduct experiments at a activity table.
People walking with a red, white and blue balloon arch in the background.
A crowd sits on the Big Four Lawn with a large American flag hanging in the distance.
An adult stands at a table selling sauces.
Three police officers pose with a woman in a red t-shirt who is smiling and showing a peace sign.
Children grabbing water bottles from a tub of ice and water.
A woman and child sit in a vehicle at a touch-a-truck activity.
Two children smile on the metal bumper of a firetruck.
Two children lay on a blanket in the grass enjoying snacks.
A couple sits in lounge chairs with a Local UAW union sign in the background.
A child is held by an adult hold a small American flag in their hands.
A couple lounges on a blanket spread out on grass.
A child enjoys a snack in a lawn chair with a crowd in the background.
A crowd sits on concrete steps looking off into the distance with a red, white and blue balloon arch in the background.
Young performer singing into microphone with large American flag backdrop and 'Louisville’s Very Own D’Corey Johnson' T-shirt.
An adult clapping and smiling.
Two musicians play violin with a harpist in the background.
Conductor of Louisville Orchestra, Teddy Abrams.
A couple smiles for a picture.
Nighttime view of fireworks erupting over a stage featuring a large American flag.

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