Your Guide to An Ideal 4th of July Weekend: Events Happening Around Nashville, Franklin & Other Middle TN Areas (2025)
Have no plans scheduled for the Fourth of July weekend? Here are our picks for the best Fourth of July events in Nashville and the Middle TN area! Whether you’re looking to go to firework shows, Broadway bar-hopping, family-friendly events, or other symbolic displays of patriotism, Middle Tennessee is loaded with things to do over the weekend.
From the star-studded “Let Freedom Sing!” fireworks show in Downtown Nashville to the family-friendly Franklin on the Fourth festival and firework display at Harlinsdale Farms, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. Brentwood lights up the sky with its Red, White, & Boom concert, while Spring Hill, Arrington, and Nolensville host their own unique festivities, including races, vineyard jazz afternoons, and community parades. Whether you’re looking for excitement in large settings or small-town charm, each of these areas has something to offer with their Fourth of July events in Nashville and surrounding Middle TN areas.
As a reminder – please visit each event’s websites for the most up-to-date details.
Nashville
1. Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 12-10pm
- Location: Downtown – Lower Broadway
- Details: Free concert at Riverfront Park–Walk of Fame Park featuring country stars Dierks Bentley and Russell Dickerson, ending with fireworks over the Cumberland River at 9:30pm. Gates open at 4pm at Ascend Amphitheater. (Visit Music City)
2. Music City July 4th 5K
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 7am race start
- Location: E.S. Rose Park
- Details: A 7am fun run starting at E.S. Rose park, with medals for participants and a dog dash. (FranklinIs)
3. Nashville Shores Independence Day Fireworks 2025
- Date: July 3rd
- Time: 8:45-10pm
- Location: Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort
- Details: Evening display of fireworks at this water park by Bell Rd in Hermitage. (FranklinIs)
4. Jelly Roll’s Goodnight Nashville Rooftop Party
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 6pm
- Location: Jelly Roll’s Goodnight Nashville
- Details: Options like Jelly Roll’s Goodnight Nashville brings the rooftop party with great scenery after the fireworks . (FranklinIs)
5. Music City Hot Chicken Festival
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 11am-3pm
- Location: East Park
- Details: Enjoy Nashville’s annual hot chicken festival containing vendors, fire truck parade, and delicious food. (Hot-Chicken)
6. Adventure Science Center’s Red, White & Boom
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 6:30-10pm
- Location: Adventure Science Center
- Details: Enjoy a family-friendly night of hands-on indoor and outdoor activities containing live science and magic shows. Local food trucks will also be attending to serve your food needs. (Adventure Science Center)
Franklin
1. Franklin on the Fourth
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 10am-6pm
- Location: Historic Downtown Franklin
- Details: Hosted by the Franklin Lions Club and the City of Franklin, this celebration offers food and craft vendors, Patriotic Pet Parade, live music, and a Children’s Parade. (FranklinIs)
2. Fourth of July Festival at Harlinsdale Farms
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 5pm; 9pm fireworks
- Location: The Park at Harlinsdale Farm
- Details: Family-friendly community party containing food trucks, games, live music. and fireworks to cap off a night of fun. (FranklinIs)
3. All-American BBQ at Southall
- Date: July 5th
- Time: 5pm
- Location: Southall Farm & Inn
- Details: Summer celebration with live music, lawn games, and food fresh from Southall Farms. (FranklinIs)
Brentwood
1. Brentwood Red, White, and Boom
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 7-10pm
- Location: Eddy Arnold Amphitheater in Crockett Park
- Details: Celebrate Independence Day with The Downtown Band in the Summer Concert Series with fireworks starting at 9pm. (FranklinIs)
Fairview
1. Fairview Independence Day Celebration
- Date: July 3rd
- Time: 3:30-10pm
- Location: City Hall
- Details: This annual event at City Hall will feature live performances, food trucks, activities for families, free giveaways, and fireworks at 9:30pm. (FranklinIs)
Arrington
1. Fourth of July Jazz at Arrington Vineyards
- Dates: July 4th
- Time: 12-4pm
- Location: Arrington Vineyards
- Details: Fun-filled afternoon in beautiful Arrington Vineyards with live music and food trucks. (FranklinIs)
Spring Hill
1. Run for Hunger 5K, Color Foam Run & Bicycle/Stroller Parade
- Date: July 4th
- Time: 9am
- Location: Summit High School
- Details: Join The Well Outreach along with Spring Hill Parks and Rec for a family-friendly fun-filled morning. (Williamson Source)
Nolensville
1. Nolensville Star-Spangled Celebration
- Date: June 28th
- Time: 6-9pm
- Location: Nolensville High School
- Details: This celebration will have food vendors, inflatables, live entertainment, activities for families, and fireworks to end the night. (FranklinIs)
Tips for the Weekend
- Downtown Nashville – Arrive early to enjoy the concert, kids’ activities, and secure a good fireworks vantage point.
- Suburbs – Franklin and Brentwood offer less-crowded atmospheres with full-day events.
- Advance registration – Be sure to register for races and other events due to popularity.
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