There are plenty of fireworks to see during Independence Day and the weekend in Montgomery County, Maryland! Check out below for a round-up of fireworks events and activities around the county.
SummerFest
Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm
506 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD
On June 28th from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm, SummerFest is a fun-packed and free event to commemorate America’s independence. The festival will have live music, family activities, local breweries, and food trucks. Make sure to stick around for the SummerGlo After Party. A fireworks display will start around 9:20 pm. Limited parking is available onsite, and free parking can be found at Bohrer Park and parking garages.
Germantown Glory
South Germantown Recreational Park
18041 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD
Germantown Glory will kick off on July 4th at 7:00 pm at the South Germantown Recreational Park featuring a performance by the Central City Orchestra. The fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:15 pm. Timing of the fireworks show may change due to weather conditions. Low lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome. There will be food vendors at both locations. Pets and alcoholic beverages are not permitted.
Rockville’s Independence Day
Mattie J. T. Stepanek Park
1800 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD
The City of Rockville’s Independence Day Celebration returns on July 4th at Mattie J. T. Stepanek Park in King Farm. The event kicks off with live music, followed by 20 minutes of fireworks. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic items. Parking is available in lots along Shady Grove and Gaither Roads as well as on Piccard Drive.
Upper Montgomery County VFD 4th of July Fireworks
Soccer Fields
14650 Hughes Road, Poolesville, MD
The Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department will once again sponsor a fantastic fireworks display on July 4th. The event will be held at 14650 Hughes Road in Poolesville. Gates will open at 5:00 pm and the price of admission is $10 per car. There will be a wide variety of food vendors and specialty item vendors. Alcohol and pets are prohibited.
Mid-County Sparkles
Albert Einstein High School
11135 Newport Mill Road, Kensington, MD
Celebrate Independence Day with Montgomery County Recreation at Mid-County Sparkles. Watch live music at 7:00 pm from Downtown Sound. The fireworks will begin around 9:15 pm and could change due to weather conditions. Free parking and shuttle service will be available from Westfield Wheaton starting at 6:30 pm. Only handicap parking is available at the high school. Lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome. Alcohol, smoking, and pets are prohibited.
