Where to Watch Fireworks Around the Cedar Valley this 4th of July

It is crazy to think that it is already that time of year! If you are looking for a fun firework display around the Cedar Valley then you are in the right spot. We have been looking far and wide for all the firework shows that will be around the Cedar Valley, this year! We hope you all have a great and safe 4th of July! All information was pulled from Cedar Falls Tourism.

Saturday, July 1

Mayor's Fireworks - RiverLoop Amphitheatre Waterloo

You won’t want to miss this! Waterloo’s 4th of July celebration on Saturday, July 1, includes two stages, two beer tents and two sets of food vendors! Live music will be kicked off with the Cedar Valley Big Band at 6:00 pm, the wcfsymphony at 7:30 pm, and 42 Romeo at 9:15 pm at the RiverLoop Amphitheatre. The second stage, located at the RiverLoop Expo Plaza, will include performances by the Waterloo Community Playhouse at 6:00 pm and live music from Heart Smith at 7:15 pm,Fool House at 9:00 pm. It all culminates with fireworks over the Cedar River at approximately 10:00 pm. The event is free to attend.

Saturday, July 1 - Tuesday, July 4

Shell Rock 4th of July Celebration, Shell Rock

Saturday, July 1, includes city wide garage sales, kids zone, bags tournament, family movie night and music by Throwback Jack. On Sunday, July 2, enjoy the kids zone, magic show and music by Deja Blue. Monday, July 3, in the park includes a kiddie parade, music by Farm Rock and fireworks.Tuesday, July 4, enjoy the parade and the Cutest Baby Contest.

Saturday, July 1 & Tuesday, July 4

Waterloo Bucks Baseball

The Waterloo Bucks will present a fireworks extravaganza following their 6:35 pm game on Saturday, July 1, against the Minnesota Mud Puppies and after their game on Tuesday July 4 at 6:35 pm against the Mankato MoonDogs.

Monday July 3 & Tuesday, July 4

Dysart 4th of July Celebration

Located in Dysart City Park. The community of Dysart will celebrate Independence Day July 3-4! Their celebration includes Dysart Lions Club Tenderloin Supper, activities for the kids, grand parade and fireworks.

Reinbeck 4th of July Celebration

Their festivities kick off Monday, July 3, with live music by the Cory Farley at the Fireman's Dance on Main Street at 9:00 pm. Tuesday, July 4, activities include a 5K run/walk, fishing derby, shopping and food vendors, inflatables, laser tag, pedal cars, Bingo, trap shoot, grand parade and more! In the evening there will be live music by Deja Blue at 7pm, fireworks display at 10:00 pm in Elmwood Park, and a Lantern Launch after the fireworks at the Legion Shelter House.

Independence Day Celebration

The town of Independence knows how to celebrate! On Monday, July 3rd the Riverwalk Parks Celebration begins with live music from 42 Romeo at 4:00 pm followed by Grand Marshall at 6:00 pm and Flatland Ridge at 8:30 pm. On Tuesday, July 4, the Annual Independence Day Parade begins at 9:00 am followed by festivities at Riverwalk Parks. Afternoon fun will include a magic show and lots of live music from Schmidt Brothers and Not Quite Brothers. At 10:00 pm, enjoy fireworks over the Wapsipinicon River!

Cedar Falls Residents: Consumer Fireworks

Consumer fireworks ARE PERMITTED within the Cedar Falls city limits ONLY on July 3 from 9:00 am-10:00 pm and July 4 from 9:00 am-11:00 pm. Learn more here.