2023 Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations in Chester County and the Philadelphia Area

Below is a list of parades, events, and fireworks in the Chester County area. Don't forget the Wawa Welcome America celebration in Philadelphia that includes a parade on July 4th, concerts, and outdoor movies. Click here for the calendar of events in Philadelphia.

Please let me know if I forgot any and I will add them to the list. Happy 4th of July!

Saturday, June 24th

Elverson Day in the Park 

Live music, food trucks, 5k race, pony rides, face painting, and fireworks display at Livingood Park.  

EGT Day

Come out to beautiful East Goshen Park and start the summer with a “bang”! The fun-filled event includes moon bounces, live music, health screenings, a helicopter landing, a petting zoo, a few surprises, and ten food trucks serving a delicious bevy of options! The night ends with a spectacular fireworks display extending over the Applebrook Park vista!

Saturday, July 1st

Longwood Gardens

Spirit of America - Fountain Illuminations To Music. Running seasonally, our Illuminated Fountain Performances offer a spectacle unlike any other. Find a place to sit—or stand back in awe—as water in all shapes, sizes, and heights combines with music and infinite colors. Before or after the 30-minute show, stroll through the five-acre garden for a nighttime experience evoking old-world charm.

Sunday, July 2nd

Phoenixville Fireworks

The 2023 Phoenixville Fireworks will be held on Saturday, July 2nd, at approximately 9:15 pm at Friendship Field at Fillmore and Franklin Ave.

Monday, July 3rd

North Coventry Township

The Norco Fire Company holds its annual Fair in July on the Fire Company Grounds. This year's fair is July 3-8 and the fireworks are on Friday, July 7 starting at 10 p.m.

Tuesday, July 4th

Downingtown Good Neighbor Day

Start the day with the Run for Life (5K, 10K & 15K) and 5K Freedom Walk at 8 am. Then enjoy fabulous food, crafts, music, bike decorating, and lots of other fun activities, all benefitting area emergency providers. 

Pottstown's GoFourth Celebration

Family Friendly events are planned throughout the day, and fireworks are slated for 9 p.m

Tredyffrin Township
The Fireworks show begins at dusk
Wilson Farm Park - 500 Lee Road, Chesterbrook, PA

Saturday, July 15th

Exton Park Community Day

The County of Chester and West Whiteland Township will be hosting a Community Day Celebration at Exton Park. The event will feature live music, food truck vendors, kids' activities, a vendor fair, a touch-a-truck area, and more! Fireworks at 7 pm.

For more fireworks and celebrations, check out our Delaware County site.

Fun Things to Do With Kids In Chester County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates, or locations of activities and events. We also do not guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.