Milton July 4th Independence Day Celebrations

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day with this year's event theme "Celebrating 250!"

GRAND PARADE

11AM Beginning at Herrick Ave. and ending at Bombardier Park West! To REGISTER a float, group, or vehicle int the parade, visit miltonvt.gov/parade no later than 12pm on July 3rd. PRIZES for participants in three different categories! A map of the parade route can be found here: http://bit.ly/2Xq6JcY

MILTON'S HOMETOWN HEREOES

New this year! Throughout the July 4th fireworks show, we will honor Milton’s Hometown Heroes by displaying photos of Milton veterans on a giant inflatable screen. Visit miltonvt.gov/veterans to submit a PHOTO & NAME no later than Sunday, June 28. This display will take place in Bombardier Park West at approximately 9:30PM on July 4th, 2026

FIREWORKS & FUN

5PM - 10PM at Bombardier Park West
• LIVE MUSIC with Milton Community Band from 5pm-6pm and Iron Sights VT 40th Army Band from 6pm-9:30pm!
• ACTIVITIES including Inflatable Obstacle Course, Big Bubble Machine, Corn Hole, Giant Jenga, and Vermont Hat Bar. Plus built right into our event space are Basketball Courts, Wiffleball Fields, Tennis & Pickleball Courts, Soccer Fields, Playgrounds, and Cornhole & Horseshoe Pits!
• FOOD and NOVELTY vendors including Matt Mullen
Green Mt. Kettle Corn, Parking Lot Pizza, Mr. Rick’s Chuck Wagon, Mr. Ding A Ling, Georgia Market Hop & Limp, Mimi's Mini Doughnies, Scooters Enterprises, and The Fat Beaver!
• FIREWORKS display after dusk (APPROXIMATELY 9:30PM)!Please remember that Bombardier Park is an alcohol and substance free space. This event is focused on fun, safety, and ensuring everyone can enjoy the celebration. No fires or personal fireworks are permitted, including (but not limited to) smoke bombs, bottle rockets, or any open flame devices. This is a shared space with many young children in attendance, and these rules help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.