Independence Day Concert & Fireworks - 25th Anniversary

The evening’s celebration showcases the Licking County 4-H Band pre-show performing outside on the campus grounds. The crowd-favorite fireworks display begins at dusk to the accompaniment of patriotic favorites performed live by the Newark Granville Symphony Orchestra!

This event is free and open to the public. Parking is also free.​​ A number of local vendors will be serving food and beverages. The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs, picnics and blankets for a fun-filled evening of music and entertainment.

Date/Time
Thursday, July 3, 2025
5—10:30 p.m.

Schedule
5 p.m.: Food vendors open
5:30 p.m.: Licking County 4-H Band pre-show — John Gilbert Reese Center lawn (near Circle of Friends artwork)
6:30 p.m.: The Sticks and Stones — Martha Grace Reese Amphitheatre
8 p.m.: Newark Granville Symphony Orchestra — Martha Grace Reese Amphitheatre
10 p.m.: Fireworks
10:30 p.m.: The Sticks and Stones encore — Martha Grace Reese Amphitheatre

Learn more at go.osu.edu/fireworks

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