Top Fireworks Shows in Central Indiana
Top Fireworks Shows in Central Indiana (2025 Guide)
Top Fireworks Shows in Central Indiana (2025 Guide)
Ready to celebrate Independence Day with a bang?
Central Indiana is bursting with dazzling displays, live music, food, and family-friendly fun.
Whether you’re downtown or in the suburbs, there’s a spot near you to soak in the patriotic spirit and watch the skies light up this July.
Here’s your go-to list of the top fireworks shows in and around Indianapolis for 2025.
1. Downtown Indy Fireworks
📍 Downtown Indianapolis
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
The city’s biggest display launches from the 500 North Meridian building. Best views: American Legion Mall and anywhere north of Monument Circle.
2. 51st Annual Meredith Smith Memorial Firework Show – Broad Ripple
📍 Broad Ripple along the White River
🕙 July 3 at 10 PM
Back for its 51st year, this fan-favorite show is visible from all over Broad Ripple, with top views along the riverbank.
3. Westfield Rocks the 4th
📍 Grand Park, Westfield
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
A full day of activities including pony rides, a Kids Zone, and entertainment before fireworks light up the night.
4. Symphony on the Prairie – Star-Spangled Symphony
📍 Conner Prairie, Fishers
🕙 June 30–July 3 (Fireworks ~9:45 PM)
Enjoy a live concert with patriotic classics and a fireworks finale.
5. Night at the Park – Avon
📍 Avon Town Hall Park
🕕 July 3, 6–10 PM
Face painting, live music, food trucks, and a huge fireworks show to top it off.
6. Noblesville Fireworks Festival
📍 Forest Park, Noblesville
🕓 July 4, Parade at 4 PM, Fireworks at 10 PM
Zipline, trapeze, beer garden, and tons of family fun.
7. Fishers Nickel Plate District Show
📍 Holland Park/Nickel Plate District
🕙 July 4, Concert at 8 PM, Fireworks at 10 PM
Concert from Karma followed by fireworks launched from Holland Park.
8. Cyntheanne Park Fireworks – Fishers
📍 Cyntheanne Park or HSE School Lots
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
Watch from the park or nearby parking lots for this neighborhood display.
9. Geist Reservoir Fireworks
📍 South end of Fall Creek Bridge (from barge)
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
Best viewed by boat or nearby residences. No foot traffic allowed on the bridge.
10. Zionsville Lions Park Celebration
📍 Zionsville Lions Park
🕔 July 4, Festival at 5 PM, Fireworks at 10 PM
A classic small-town celebration with big community vibes.
11. CarmelFest Fireworks
📍 Carmel Ice Skadium
🕘 July 4 at 9:45 PM
30-minute show synchronized to WHJE 91.3 FM.
12. Lights Over Morse Lake
📍 Jackson Street Bridge, Cicero
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
Best viewed from Main and Buckeye Streets.
13. Brownsburg Lions Club Extravaganza
📍 Downtown Brownsburg
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
Carnival rides, concerts, and fireworks cap off a multi-day celebration.
14. Boone County Fireworks
📍 Lebanon Middle School
🕙 July 4 at 10 PM
Follow the Boone County 4th of July Facebook for real-time updates.
15. Beech Grove All-American Day
📍 Sarah T. Bolton Park
🕙 July 3 at 10 PM
Food, games, music, and a vibrant fireworks finale.
16. Franklin Firecracker Festival
📍 Franklin Amphitheater
🕙 July 3 at 10:10 PM
Vendors, beer garden, and family activities starting at 4 PM.
17. City of Lawrence 4th Fest
📍 Lawrence Community Park
🕙 July 4, All-day festival, Fireworks at 10 PM
Live entertainment and food vendors all day long.
18. Mooresville Fireworks Celebration
📍 Pioneer Park, Mooresville
🕕 July 4, Music at 6 PM, Fireworks at dusk
Bands like Tastes Like Chicken and Blue River Band set the mood before the big show.
🧨 Fireworks Tips for Families with Kids
Pick a safe, quiet viewing spot that offers easy access and a quick exit.
Use hearing protection for little ones.
Talk about safety rules before the show starts.
Keep distance from sparklers—they can get hotter than you think!
Pack essentials like water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, and a mini first-aid kit.
