Wilmington July 4th Fireworks, Parades and More: 2018 Guide

WILMINGTON, DE- July 4th is quickly approaching, which means it's time to fire up that barbecue, stock up on sparklers, and find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you this Independence Day. We gathered up all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Wilmington so you can start planning how you'll celebrate our country’s 242nd birthday.

Here's what's in store this July 4th in Wilmington, DE:

Blue Rocks Fireworks Shows

What: Fireworks following Baseball Game
Where: 801 Shipyard Drive
When: June 29-Aug 31, 2018

Elsmere Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks

What: Food Trucks, Games, Fireworks
Where: Fairgrounds Park
When: June 30, 2018 / 5:00 p.m.

Independence Day Fireworks

What: Live Entertainment, Fireworks
Where: Rehoboth Beach
When: July 1, 2018 / 9:15 p.m.

Old Fashioned 4th of July in Lewes

What: Old Fashioned Games, Boat Parade, Food, Fireworks
Where: Second Street
When: July 4, 2018 / 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Fireworks Express

What: Train to Hockessin Fireworks
Where: Greenbank Station
When: July 4, 2018 / 7:00 p.m.

Hockessin 4th of July Festival

What: Food Truck Festival, Games, Activities
Where: Hockessin Fire Department
When: July 4, 2018 / 2:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Know of other events in the area or hosting your own? Post them on the Patch Calendar!

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