Independence Day is arriving soon, and if you're looking for activities and fireworks on the 4th of July, Hendricks County, Indiana, is the place to be!

Here's what's on tap:

Hendricks County Rib-Fest & BBQ

Hendricks County Rib-Fest

While not technically a Fourth of July celebration, one of the best events of the summer in central Indiana occurs on June 29 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. when the Hendricks County Rib-Fest & BBQ lights up the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds in Danville with the illumination of festive hot air balloons and fireworks after dark.

This event also features a 5K run in the morning, entertainment, children's activities, vendor booths, lots of delicious food and so much more!

 

Brownsburg Lions Club 4th of July Extravaganza

Brownsburg Lions Club 4th of July

The Brownsburg Lions Club, Town of Brownsburg and Brownsburg Parks & Recreation will team up again to host the annual 4th of July Extravaganza beginning on June 29 and running daily through July 4 at Arbuckle Acres Park.

The 4th of July Extravaganza offers carnival rides, a food kitchen and a corn tent from June 29 through July 4 from 5 to 11 p.m. Then on July 4 at 10 a.m., a parade that draws thousands of spectators winds through Brownsburg with a musical performance beginning that night at 7:30 p.m. by the Cool City Band at Brownsburg Town Hall leading up to the town's annual fireworks display.

 

Avon Night at the Park 

Enjoy fireworks during the Night at the Park in Avon. (Photo by Town of Avon on Facebook)

The Town of Avon and the Avon Parks and Recreation Department will celebrate an early 4th of July with a Night at the Park on Wednesday, July 3 beginning at 6 p.m. at Avon Town Hall Park.

From 6 to 10 p.m., the event will include tons of fun family-friendly activities including live music, food trucks, an animal show, pony rides, face painting and more. The evening wraps up with a fireworks show at dark.

Pittsboro Freedom Celebration

The Pittsboro Freedom Celebration. (Photo courtesy of Pittsboro Freedom Celebration on Facebook)

The Pittsboro Freedom Celebration begins on July 4 at 2 p.m. with a parade through town, so find a spot along Main Street in Pittsboro and soak in the fun.

After the parade, head over to Scamahorn Park, where participants will find vendors, a magic show, live music, food and more. And then, of course, the fireworks take to the skies at dark.

 

Fourth of July Fireworks Festival at Hummel Park

Hummel Park fireworks

Don't miss a salute to America as Guilford Township's Hummel Park in Plainfield hosts its annual Fourth of July Fireworks Festival that rivals all other communities in central Indiana.

The event begins on July 4 at 5 p.m. with bounce houses, a live band, food vendors and more. At 7:30 p.m., enjoy live music at the Hummel Park Performing Arts Center, and then stick around for the spectacular fireworks display beginning at 9:55 p.m.

 

Food Trucks and Fireworks in Danville

Fireworks will fly in Danville on July 4!

Danville won't be left out of the Fourth of July fun with its Food Trucks and Fireworks event at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Complex on July 4 from 6 to 10 p.m.

Bring the family and check out the wide array of food trucks offering everything from lobster to pasta. Purchase some delicious dinner and enjoy the fireworks show that will start at dark.