Catch the Fireworks!

Summer in Central Pennsylvania is officially here, and with the historic national 250th birthday celebrations taking center stage this year, the 2026 July 4th weekend is shaping up to be absolutely unforgettable.

Whether you are proud to be living in Annville, navigating the home market in Hershey, or settling into a new home anywhere across Lebanon, Lancaster, or Dauphin counties, there is nothing quite like a hometown fireworks display to bring the community together.

At Team Sechman, our roots run deep in these neighborhoods. While we spend most of our days tracking real estate trends, housing inventory, and local property values, we love celebrating local traditions just as much. To help you and your family plan your holiday weekend, we’ve pulled together the complete, master schedule of 2026 fireworks displays right here in our backyard.

The 2026 Central PA Fireworks Master Schedule

🗓️ Saturday, July 4th, 2026 (Independence Day)

Lebanon: Lebanon Valley Expo Center Celebration

📍 Location: 80 Rocherty Rd, Lebanon, PA

The premier countywide event celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Festivities begin at noon with over 70 local food and craft vendors, a massive cruise-in car show, and live music on stage. The landmark fireworks grand finale blasts off at approximately 9:15 PM.

Harrisburg: Riverfront Park & City Island Festival

📍 Location: Front Street, Harrisburg, PA

The city’s annual July 4th Food Truck Festival & Fireworks runs from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM along the Susquehanna River. Grab your lawn chairs and head to Front Street to experience 40+ food trucks, live bands, a beer/wine garden, and family activities. One of the largest, highest-production displays in Central PA launches directly over the river from City Island at 9:15 PM.

Hershey: Hersheypark Fireworks (Night Two)

📍 Location: 100 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA

Day two of Hershey’s holiday displays. Launches right at 10:15 PM following park closing and remains perfectly viewable from the surrounding public parking fields and nearby corridors.

Lancaster City: Long’s Park Independence Day Celebration

📍 Location: 1441 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA

A true Lancaster tradition. The Lancaster Symphony Orchestra performs a free, patriotic concert at the park’s outdoor amphitheater starting at 7:30 PM. The performance builds up to the classic “1812 Overture” paired seamlessly with a massive fireworks finale at dark (around 9:30 PM).

Lititz: Lititz Springs Park 4th of July

📍 Location: 24 N Broad St, Lititz, PA

A historic local tradition packed with live entertainment, food trucks, and historical showcases running all afternoon. It concludes with a high-intensity fireworks show at dark. (Note: This is a paid, ticketed admission event supporting park preservation).

Elizabethtown: Star Barn Village Star-Spangled Celebration

📍 Location: 1 Hollinger Ln, Elizabethtown, PA

Gates open at 3:00 PM at this historic local landmark, featuring farm tours, family activities, and great food options. The fireworks launch directly over the historic property at dark. (Note: Ticketed admission per vehicle is required).

Manheim: “Cars and Kaboom” at The Junction Center

📍 Location: 1875 Junction Rd, Manheim, PA

Gates open at 5:00 PM for a dynamic holiday cruise-in car show, local food truck choices, and family activities, followed by a brilliant fireworks display at dark.

Marietta: Community Fireworks Display

📍 Location: Marietta Fireworks Field / Flory Park, Marietta, PA

Food vendors, backyard lawn games, and live community entertainment kick off at 5:00 PM (with public parking located safely at the Community Bible Church). This free community-focused display launches at 9:15 PM.

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