Independence Day celebrations across the region, July 3, 4, & 5

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Independence Day is around the corner, and there are many celebrations across the region you and your family can attend.

Thursday, July 3 events:

Freedom Festival and Fireworks 2025– Roanoke
- Location: River’s Edge North
- 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Fireworks will begin at 9:30
Bedford County Fireworks Show
- Location: National D-Day Memorial grounds
- Starts at 8:45 p.m.
Clifton Forge
- Location: C&O Heritage Center Grounds
- Starts at 6 p.m., and fireworks will be at dusk

Friday, July 4 events:

Four on the 4th – Vinton
- Race begins at 8 a.m.
- Location: Vinton War Memorial
Craig County Independence Day Parade
- From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Location: Downtown New Castle, Main Street
Firework Displays
- Christiansburg
  - Uptown Christiansburg Mall for viewing
  - Starts at 9:15 p.m.
- Clifton Forge
  - Stars & Stripes Celebration
  - Location: Clifton Forge Downtown Market
  - Starts at 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Danville
  - Gates open at 6 p.m.
  - Location: Carrington Pavilion
- Smith Mountain Lake
  - Paryway Marina
  - Gates open at 5 p.m.
- Salem Fair
  - U.S. Marine fireworks show at 9:30
  - Location: Salem Civic Center
- Danville Parks and Recreation 4th celebration
  - Starts at 6 p.m.
  - Location: Carrington Pavilion

Saturday, July 5 events:

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