Oak Ridge 4th Of July Fireworks At Bissell Park

Oak Ridge celebrates its annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks at A.K. Bissell Park (1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike) on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The event marks the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, with the Oak Ridge Community Band performing at 7:30 p.m. and fireworks starting at dark (around 9:45 p.m.).
Key Event Details
Time: Music begins at 7:30 p.m.; Fireworks launch at approximately 9:45 p.m.
Location: A.K. Bissell Park; the fireworks will be launched from across the street at Oak Ridge High School.
Cost: Free to attend, though donations are accepted to help cover the band's equipment and expenses.
Entertainment: The Oak Ridge Community Band will perform a program of patriotic music, and local food trucks (Irvey's Ice Cream and Rolling Eggrolls) will be on-site.
Viewing & Parking Tips
Seating: Bring lawn chairs or blankets. All of A.K. Bissell Park will be open to the public.
Music Sync: The pyrotechnics soundtrack will be broadcast live on Merle FM 96.7.
Parking: Parking is available at Oak Ridge High School. Parking is not allowed along the Oak Ridge Turnpike right-of-way, and attendees are reminded not to park on private property without permission.
You can check the full event posting directly on the City of Oak Ridge site or the Oak Ridge Community Band page.
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