The Fourth of July is a time for all Americans to celebrate the founding of our nation with patriotic spirit. To help you make the most of Independence Day, we’ve gathered a list of local celebrations around the Main Line — including parades, festivals, and fireworks displays.

For even more family-friendly Fourth of July events and activities, check out what’s happening in Philadelphia and Bucks County this holiday weekend.

Fourth of July Activities and Celebrations Around the Main Line

The Main Line loves to celebrate the Fourth in a big way, with local festivities offered in many towns throughout the area. Want to join the celebration at a township parade? How about a dazzling show of fireworks to cap off the holiday with a bang? Or maybe a visit to a historic farmstead where you can join the debate between the Patriots and the Loyalists? Read on for the details on these events and to find even more ways to celebrate America’s 249th Birthday on the Main Line.

Fourth of July Party for Preschoolers

Ridley Park Public Library, 107. E Ward St., Ridley Park
July 1, 2025, from 1:30 – 2:30 pm

The Ridley Park Public Library is hosting an Independence Day Party just for the preschool set. Children are invited to sing, dance, craft, and enjoy some snacks at this celebration of the Stars and Stripes. Please note that this event is at the little library near the Ridley Park Borough Hall, which will also have parking available for the celebration. Registration for each attending child is requested.

Good Neighbor Day and July 4th Run for Life in Downingtown

Kerr Park, 1 Park Lane, Downingtown
July 4, 2025, from 8 am – 10 pm

Downingtown’s Good Neighbor Day features plenty of family-friendly Independence Day fun. Lace up your sneaks for the event’s Run for Life race benefitting Downingtown emergency service providers, with a Kids K Fun Run option. Then, get ready for some fun at the Annual Brandywine boat races, cheer on your contestant in the Mighty Duck Race, or test your creativity in the patriotic Bike Decorating contest. Finally, enjoy the talents of local residents at the Downingtown’s Got Talent show and end your night with a fireworks display.

Garrett Hill-Rosemont July 4th Parade and Celebration

Rosemont Business Campus, 919 Conestoga Rd., Bryn Mawr
July 4, 2025 from 9:30 am – 1 pm

Don’t miss out on a long-standing patriotic tradition at the Garrett Hill-Rosemont July 4th Parade and Celebration. This local event begins with a bike and float decorating contest at the Rosemont Business campus, followed by a parade starting at the corner of Conestoga and Williams Roads. The parade typically lasts for about an hour and winds its way to Clem Macrone Park. Finally, the day concludes with a celebration in the Park complete with games, refreshments, and fun.

Narberth July 4th Family Fun and Fireworks

Narberth Park, 80 Windsor Ave., Narberth
July 4, 2025 from 10 am – 10 pm

Narberth’s July 4th Family Fun and Fireworks celebration is about as classic Americana as it gets. The day begins with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the opening of the Narberth Carnival at 10:00 am. There, residents can participate in kiddy races, field games, and foul shot and pie eating contests. While the Carnival closes at 1:30 pm, the fun kicks back off with food trucks opening at 6:30 and live music beginning around 7:15 pm. Narberth saves the best for last as the town fires off an impressive fireworks display around 9:00 pm.

Fourth of July at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead

3900 N. Sandy Flash Dr., Newtown Square
July 5, 2025, from 11:00 am – 3 pm

Want to experience a unique, educational, and patriotic celebration of the nation’s founding? Drop by the Fourth of July Celebration at the Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead. Visitors can listen to vigorous debates over the fight for independence, become a signatory to the Declaration of Independence, or observe a militia muster. Visitors can engage in 18th Century farm chores such as candle dipping, hearth cooking, quill writing, and gardening. While this event runs until 3:00 pm, the final admission is at 2:00.

More Main Line Independence Day Fun

Want even more ways to celebrate the red, white, and blue? Check out all of our Main Line Fourth of July events below.

Feature photo courtesy of Good Neighbor Day.