Plan Your Perfect 4th of July in Richmond!
From fireworks at The Diamond to laser shows in Glen Allen—here’s everything you need to know to make this Independence Day unforgettable.
🎇 Featured Fireworks & Events:
🏟️ Star‑Spangled Squirrels at The Diamond
📅 July 4 | ⏰ 6–9:30 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at 9:30 PM
Baseball meets celebration with live music, kid-friendly activities, giveaways, and a post-game fireworks show! Tickets: $10–$20.
🔗 Learn more: Richmond Squirrels
🌳 Dogwood Dell 4th of July Celebration
📅 July 4 | ⏰ Starts ~5:30 PM
Live patriotic music followed by the “1812 Overture” and a dazzling fireworks finale. A timeless Richmond tradition in Byrd Park.
🔗 Learn more: Dogwood Dell
🌟 Red, White, & Lights at Crump Park
📅 July 4 | ⏰ 4–10 PM | 🎶 Symphony + Laser Show
No fireworks, but Henrico’s biggest Independence Day bash features food trucks, historical reenactments, and a laser light show with the Richmond Symphony.
🔗 Learn more: Crump Park
🎶 Chesterfield County Fairgrounds
📅 July 4 | ⏰ 5 PM–9:30 PM
BrassWind takes the stage before a brilliant fireworks display. Includes vendors and family activities. Admission: Free.
🔗 Learn more: Chesterfield Fairgrounds
🎆 Brandermill 4th of July Celebration
📅 July 4 | ⏰ Festivities begin 9 AM | Fireworks at 9:30 PM
Kick off the day with the annual Parade at Sunday Park at 9 AM, followed by family fun, boat parade, food, and live entertainment.
🎇 The Brandermill fireworks show over Swift Creek Reservoir is one of the best in the region!
🔗 Learn more: Brandermill
🎉 Bonus Events:
- Ashland July 4th Parade — 11 AM, classic small-town vibes.
- Naturalization Ceremony — 11 AM at VA Museum of History & Culture.
- “Liberty or Death” Reenactment — 1:30 PM at St. John’s Church.
- Chowdown in Powhatan — July 5, 12–11 PM: food, music, and family games.
🔥 Insider Tips:
- Arrive early—parking fills quickly.
- Bring chairs, sunscreen, water, and a flashlight for nighttime events.
- Check local weather forecasts for last-minute changes.
Wishing You a Safe & Joyful 4th of July!
Whether you’re celebrating under a sky full of fireworks or enjoying a laser show picnic, I hope your Independence Day is full of fun, family, and freedom.
If you need recommendations on great neighborhoods to catch the best views—or are thinking about a new place to call home—I’m always here to help.