Franklin's 2023 Independence Day Celebrations Begin In June

FRANKLIN, WI — It may be hard to believe, but July 4 and the many other hallmark festivals of a Wisconsin summer are just around the corner.

The holiday falls on a Tuesday this year, so in Franklin, officials scheduled the Independence Day Celebration for the weekend prior. Attendees will find the city's 2023 celebration at Lion's Legend Park, at the corner of Drexel Avenue and Loomis Road, from June 30 to July 2, according to a news release from the city.

The 2023 Franklin celebration will feature a host of familiar events, music and more. Musician Bella Cain's Top 40 country will kick off the festival on Friday, and in the days following, visitors can expect a cornhole tournament, a wrestling brawl, a ferris wheel, a kids parade, and more.

The fireworks display, a favorite of many, is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, the city said.

Find a full schedule of events for the 2023 Franklin Independence Day celebration online.

The Doo Wop Daddies are scheduled to bring hits from the '50s and '60s on Saturday afternoon, while Mt. Olive will rock the night away. A main tent will provide shade where visitors can listen to The Jimmy's or the classic rock band Almighty Vinyl. Then on Sunday, Geno's Kids Show will keep the kids entertained after the 1 p.m. Independence Parade.

For people looking to celebrate America's independence on the actual anniversary, the city said a small family event is being hosted at the Franklin Historical Society.

Find more information on Franklin's July 4 celebrations, plus how to volunteer or take part in the parades, through the city's website.