Events
We have a lot of great events scheduled for this year’s Fourth of July Celebration! Here are just a few of the fun activities happing this year.
For a full list of the events taking place, please visit the Fourth of July Celebration Schedule.
Colton's Kick-Off Concert
What’s better than a celebration? An amazing FREE concert to get it all started! Have fun and rock out while we get this party started!
Hometown Pharmacy Stay Well 5K/10K
Whether you’re a runner at heart or someone who just enjoys a nice outing, this 5K/10K is a great way to enjoy the day and be active too!
Hannah Ellis Concert Presented by Green River Meats
Country Music singer/songwriter Hannah Ellis will be performing live at this year’s Fourth of July Celebration! This free concert will be a highlight of this year’s events, so make sure to come out and enjoy the show!
The K-Country Showdown
The annual music competition at the Fourth of July Celebration is back again! Enjoy good music and new talent at this iconic part of the Celebration, and you won’t want to miss this year’s event.
Due to likelihood of thunderstorms, the 2024 K-Country Showdown will now be held indoors at the Hamilton Auditorium at Campbellsville High School.
Smoke on Aviation Air Show
One of this year’s new events features a jaw-dropping flyover and air show. Experience the thrill as planes take to the skies and pilots show off their skills in this aerial spectacle you won’t want to miss!
Taylor County Public Library Children's Parade
The perfect event for your kids or youth group, the Children’s Parade lets children celebrate Independence Day in a fun and unique way!
Taylor Regional Hospital Fourth of July Parade
What’s a Fourth of July celebration without a parade? This pivotal part of our Celebration goes through the heart of our Downtown, highlighting the heart and sould of our community!
AutoSmart Float Contest
Want to get festive during the Celebration? The Float Contest is a fun way for businesses, groups, and individuals to get out and have fun during the parade, and get a chance at some prizes!
Murakami Hot Air Balloon Glow
Stand back and watch in awe as hot air balloons fill the night sky. There’s not a view like it anywhere else in the Commonwealth!
Tom McClendon Memorial Hot Air Balloon Lift-Off
Soar into the skies and see the hot air balloons take off! This memorial lift-off is one of the Celebration’s pride and joys and a hallmark in our community.
Campbellsville Christian Church Free Breakfast
Nothing beats a good breakfast, and Campbellsville Christian Church is doing just that! Under their big tent in the chruch parking lot, this free breakfast is a delicious way to start your day of fun!
Citizens Bank Antique Tractor Show
Antique tractors are always a big part of the Fourth of July Celebration – be it in the parade or just showing them off – and the Tractor and Steam Engine Show proudly showcases them in their finest!
Manchester Tank Party in the Park
Everyone knows that any Fourth of July party doesn’t really start until the sun starts to set, and ours is no exception. Once things wind down on Main Street, they kick off in Miller Park with music, entertainment, and, of course, the fireworks!
One Cross Medical Big Wheel Races
After last year’s success, the Big Wheel Races are back again! This classic event is making a comeback with races for kids of all ages. You won’t want to miss this thrilling event!
Kentucky Farm Bureau Pedal Tractor Pull
The Pedal Tractor Pull remains a classic tradition at the Celebration. Grab the kids for this fun youth competition and enjoy the show!
MasterWorks Orchestra Concert
The MasterWorks Festival Orchestra is in town for a very special event, and you won’t want to miss this amazing opportunity for incredible music by some of the world’s best musicians.
Campbellsville Baptist Church Community Picnic & Gospel Singing
Good food. Good music. Good fun. What more could you ask for? This Celebration staple is sure to fill both your stomach and your soul with some traditional entertainment!
Kentucky Farm Bureau Hospitality Tent
Making its second debut, the Hospitality Tent is a great place to take a break and spend some time out of the sun without missing any of the fun! With entertainment and more, this rest stop lets you party on while you take a quick breather.
Elk Horn Baptist Church Family Fun Zone
The Family Fun Zone has become a Celebration staple, and this family-friendly event never fails to be a big hit! Bring your kids to cool down and have some fun in the summer sun at this FREE event for families and kids of all ages.
Fireworks Over Miller Park Powered by Kroger
It’s not the Fourth of July without fireworks, and it’s not a Fourth of July Celebration without Fireworks Over Miller Park. Grab your lawn chair and gather around Miller Park to watch this amazing annual spectacle!