# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Independence Day Parade and Fireworks – Cheers to 250, America!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Parade Information:

Join the City of Bridgeton for our annual Independence Day Parade on Saturday July 4, at 10 am. This year’s theme is “Cheers to 250 Years, America!” Retired Police Chief Mark Mossotti is the parade marshal. All Fourth of July events are sponsored by Leonardo DRS and Republic Services.

The parade route begins on Lockport Drive., turns on Tideland Drive to Majella Drive, then turns westbound (left) on Natural Bridge Rd. The parade follows Natural Bridge Road and turns left into the entrance to Target and concludes in the Machinists Hall parking lot. A map of the parade route is available at www.bridgetonmo.gov/July4.

Please note there will be several road closures the morning of the parade: Natural Bridge will close from Fee Fee Rd. to St. Charles Rock Road at 10 am. The St. Gerard neighborhood entrance from Natural Bridge will close at 9 am. Other streets on the parade route/parade lineup will close as early as 9 am, including Bain Ct. parts of Benedetta Dr., parts of Avery Ln. To help alleviate congestion, please avoid that area after 9 am if you are not a parade participant. Parking and viewing for those with accessibility needs is reserved at Faith Baptist Church, 12061 Natural Bridge Rd.

There will be refreshments available for parade participants in the Machinists Hall parking lot, where trophy and award winners will be announced shortly after the conclusion of the parade. There will be portable restrooms located along Natural Bridge Road. The restrooms will be available before, during and after the parade.

Evening Festivities and Fireworks Display:

The City of Bridgeton sponsors a fireworks display at the Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC). The park opens at 5:30 pm for patrons to secure a viewing spot. Almost Famous will be in concert beginning at 6:15 pm.

There will be a selection of food trucks and food vendors, currently slated to include: Nico’s Gyros, Juan Taco, STL Sweet Waffle, Ray Ray's Kettle Corn, and Kona Ice. Trucks and vendors are subject to change. The BMAC concession stands will also be open with a limited food menu and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Concession stands close at 8:45 pm.

Fireworks begin shortly after 9 pm.

Parking is available at Hussmann Corporation on St. Charles Rock Road, and a shuttle is provided (please note that the shuttle is a school bus that is not equipped with a lift); ample accessible parking is available on-site at BMAC.

Outside food and beverages are allowed (no glass containers, please). Well-behaved dogs are allowed, on a 6' leash or less.

For questions regarding the events, please call the Bridgeton Recreation Center at (314) 739-5599 or visit www.bridgetonmo.gov/July4.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bridgeton/independence-day-parade-and-fireworks-cheers-to-250-america/200030132668650
- **Event Categories**: parades, fireworks, fourth-of-july, concerts, music, food-drinks, entertainment, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 91

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bridgeton
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC)
- **lat**: 38.779171346258
- **long**: -90.42890813278
- **full address**: Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC), Bridgeton, Missouri, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Independence Day Parade and Fireworks – Cheers to 250, America! being held?
  - **A:** Independence Day Parade and Fireworks – Cheers to 250, America! takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am at Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (BMAC), Bridgeton, Missouri, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Independence Day Parade and Fireworks – Cheers to 250, America!?
  - **A:** Independence Day Parade and Fireworks – Cheers to 250, America! is organized by Bridgeton Recreation Center/City of Bridgeton, MO Parks and Recreation.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Bridgeton Recreation Center/City of Bridgeton, MO Parks and Recreation's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Bridgeton Recreation Center/City of Bridgeton, MO Parks and Recreation a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Bridgeton Recreation Center/City of Bridgeton, MO Parks and Recreation has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Independence Day Parade and Fireworks – Cheers to 250, America! is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bridgeton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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