Vermont July 4th Celebrations in 2025
June 14, 2025

Vermont July 4th celebrations range from funky parades and outdoor concerts to festivities on Main Streets and local town greens. If you’re planning on being in Vermont on Independence Day in 2025, here are some of the best places to celebrate.

(You can find additional Vermont July 4th celebrations in our events section.)

Vermont July 4th Festivities & Fireworks

Warren in the Mad River Valley draws a big crowd on July 4, 2025. The annual Warren Fourth of July Parade is one of the most legendary Vermont July 4th celebrations in the state. The parade starts at 10 a.m. with the theme,”Stand Up for Democracy!” Jewel House warms up the crowd for the street dance at 11:15 a.m. The fun continues at Brooks Field at Warren Elementary School afterward, with music by Phineas Gage & Phriends, kids activities and more. Head up to Sugarbush’s Lincoln Peak for fireworks at dusk. For more information, visit madrivervalley.com/4th.

Brandon

Celebrate Independence Day on July 5, 2025 in Brandon with free events throughout the day from 9 a.m. to dusk. Enjoy a “Sunflower” themed parade at 10 a.m., music in the parks, contests, a beer garden, a street dance from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., and and fireworks at dusk. Visit the event’s page on Facebook for details.

Brattleboro

Brattleboro Goes Fourth celebrates its annual Independence Day event on July 4, 2025, starting with a parade at 10 a.m. on Main Street followed by a day of family activities and fireworks at Living Memorial Park. For details, visit the event’s page on Facebook.com.

Strafford

Celebrate Independence Day on July 5, 2025 in Strafford with a road race at 9:30 a.m. a parade at 11:30 a.m., plus a book sale, games, activities, food and more. The Strafford Volunteer Fire and Rescue hosts its annual chicken BBQ at 5 p.m. Enjoy chicken, creamed corn, salad, roll drink, and homemade dessert. $15 per meal. On July 4, spend the day at a local softball game, book sale and opening reception of “The Minis for Morrill” at the Justin Morrill Homestead.

Island Pond

Catch the Island Pond Independence Day Parade on July 5, 2025 at 11 a.m., followed by the American Legion chicken barbecue at noon.  At 6 p.m., enjoy live music on Catamount Stage in Lakeside Park. Be sure to stick around for fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Visit the event’s page on Facebook.com for a full event schedule.

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Shelburne

Celebrate the great outdoors and VSO’s 90th birthday on July 4, 2025 with fireworks and the 2025 Summer Festival Tour: Summer of Love! Join the orchestra for a memorable Vermont July 4th evening of music at Shelburne Museum. Show starts at 7:30 p.m., followed by fireworks after the show. Visit vso.org for details.

Brownsville

Enjoy fireworks, a parade, music, food and more at the Brownsville Independence Day celebration. Music, food and fireworks will be July 3, 2025 from 6 p.m. to dusk at Ascutney Mountain. In Brownsville on July 4, the celebration continues with a community breakfast, music, food, crafts and more starting at 8:30 a.m. The parade starts at 1:30 p.m. Visit the event’s page on Facebook for details.

St. Albans

St. Albans hosts its annual Bay Day celebration on July 5, 2025. Participate in the Great Race Triathlon, a tradition since 1979.  Stay for other Vermont July 4th events, including foos, games, live music and fireworks. Learn more about St. Albans’ July 4th festivities.

Greensboro

Greensboro’s Funky Fourth Celebration kicks off with a parade on July 5, 2025 at 10 a.m. with the theme, “Freedom and Unity.” The parade will feature Bread and Puppet Theatre, Greensboro’s Lawn Mower Brigade, mega farm equipment, cows, horses, dogs and more. After the parade, enjoy a picnic on the lawn of the Town Hall, a silent charity auction, an art show, a dunk tank, library book sale and more. Enjoy a free Vermont Philharmonic Orchestra Concert at the Highland Center for the Arts at 6:30 p.m. Visit greensborovt.gov.

Poultney

Don’t miss the Poultney Independence Day Parade at 10 a.m. on July 4, 2025, which starts at the East Poultney Green and ends with a fantastic fireworks show at dusk. The Lake St. Catherine Boat Parade will be July 5. Visit poultneyrecreation.com.

Stowe

The legendary Moscow Parade returns to this tiny corner of Stowe at 10 a.m. for its annual stroll on Moscow Road on July 4, 2025. Afterward, the community kicks off its Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration in Stowe Village, featuring a parade at noon, and a day filled with food, music, activities and vendors on the Village Green between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. At 6 p.m. take part in the festivities and fireworks at dusk at the Mayo Fields. For more information, visit stowevibrancy.org.

Killington

Celebrate Independence Day in the town of Killington on July 4, 2025. Festivities include a parade on River Road, followed by a barbecue, swimming, music, fireworks and more. Visit killingtonvt.com for a full schedule.

Saxtons River

Saxtons River’s Independence Day celebration on July 4, 2025 starts with a parade at 11 a.m., followed by a street fair, live music, food, games and more. Visit srvtfourth.org/schedule for more details.

Richmond

Don’t miss Independence Day on July 4, 2025 in Richmond, starting with a parade at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy a day of July 4th activities, a fun run, live music and food, plus fireworks at dusk. For details, visit the event’s page on Facebook.com.

Jeffersonville

Independence Day in Jeffersonville starts with a festive parade on July 4, 2025 at 10 a.m. Enjoy the town fair celebration at the Cambridge Elementary School from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with food, a book sale, games and live music. At 5:30 p.m., head up to Smugglers’ Notch Resort for music and fireworks at dusk. For more information, visit smuggs.com.

Montpelier

If you’re anywhere near Vermont’s Capitol City on July 3, 2025, downtown Montpelier is the place to be. The fun begins at 3 p.m. with the July 3rd Food Truck Festival and Family Fest on the State House Lawn. The Montpelier Mile Road Race begins at 6 p.m. and kicks-off the community parade. Afterward, listen to live music until the fireworks start at dusk. For details, visit montpelieralive.com.

Wardsboro

Come to the Wardsboro 75th Annual Street Fair and Parade on July 4, 2025. The Street Fair kicks off at 9 a.m., with a parade of floats, vintage cars, fire trucks and more. You’ll find homemade strawberry shortcake and pies for sale, a chicken BBQ, old-fashioned children’s games and live original music performed by locals. For details, visit happyvermont.com.

Bristol

Bristol is home to one of the most festive two-day Vermont July 4th celebrations around. Enjoy live music, food, games, and fireworks at dusk on July 3, 2025. On July 4, take part in Bristol’s legendary Outhouse Race, watch the local parade, and enjoy music, food, and vendors in the heart of town. For more information, visit bristol4th.com.

East Corinth

The annual East Corinth Independence Day celebration on July 4, 2025 includes a parade through the village to the fairgrounds with the theme: “Stars, Stripes, Good Old Times,” at 10 a.m. The parade is followed by a chicken barbecue at 11 a.m., available for take-out, sit down or tail gate. The event also includes kids activities. For details, visit happyvermont.com.

Wilmington

Celebrate Independence Day in Wilmington on July 2, 2025 and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display with family and friends. There will be food trucks, music, cotton candy and more. Find more details on visitvermont.com.

Hartland

Hartland’s Old Home Day returns on July 4, 2025 with a tractor pull at 8 a.m., followed by a parade at 10 a.m. and a book sale at the library from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy food and listen to live music in the gazebo area behind the town recreation center, and watch the fireworks at dusk. For more information, visit the event’s page on Facebook.com.

Burlington

Burlington’s July 3, 2025 Independence Day celebration is from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on the scenic waterfront. Enjoy food, music and a spectacular fireworks show over Lake Champlain. For more information, visit helloburlington.com.

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