Rutherford County doesn’t require anyone to pack up the car and drive hours to find a great Fourth of July celebration. This year’s holiday is extra special since it AMERICA 250, our 250 anniversary celebrating Independence Day!
Smyrna, TN
Thu. (July 2nd, 2026) 5PM at the Lee Victory Recreation Park (110 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna). Fireworks at dark and it’s free and open to the public. (RAIN DATE: July 3)
Rockvale, TN
Sat. (July 4, 2026) 10AM – afternoon: The oldest Independence Day Celebration in Rutherford County takes place in Rockvale. It began July 4, 1928, and continues to be at the Rockvale Community Center, 9972 Rockvale Rd. This is the 98th Annual celebration sponsored by the Rockvale Ruritan Club. You’ll step back in time to enjoy an old Southern style picnic with barbecue, hamburgers, Kona Ice, homemade ice cream, and famous local fried pies. Enjoy family-oriented hayrides, youth softball, and a cornhole tournament. Admission is FREE.
Murfreesboro, TN
Sat. (July 4, 2026) 4:30 PM: CELEBRATION UNDER THE STARS at The Fountains (Medical Center Parkway). DJ, food trucks and splash pad 4:30-7:30 PM. Live entertainment by John Foster at 7:30 PM. Spectacular fireworks show at 9:00 PM. This is a high pyrotechnic show so that people can watch it from many parts of the ‘Boro. It’s all free and brought to you by Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation and Middle Tennessee Electric.
La Vergne, TN
Whether you’re looking for fireworks, music, community traditions, or a simple evening outdoors with neighbors, there’s something happening close by.
The 4th of July will be especially meaningful this year, and Rutherford County is ready to shine. Celebrate America 250 right here where community spirit is strong, local history runs deep, and the red, white, and blue feel just a little brighter.
