July 4th Events Around the Oklahoma City Metro

July 4th celebrations around Oklahoma City are numerous with Red, White & Boom being the downtown event. Other large events include Bethany's Freedom Festival, Edmond's LibertyFest and Yukon's Freedom Fest.

Also, get a complete guide to Oklahoma City on July 4th, with information on events, fireworks, lakes, travel, recipes and more.

Midwest City's July 4th Event

The Oklahoma City community of Midwest City celebrates the nation's birthday with a free annual event that features live music, park performers and fireworks display at dusk.

Date and Times: Midwest City's event is held on July 4th, with music beginning at 6 p.m. and lasting until 10 p.m. The fireworks begin shortly after.

Location: Midwest City's July 4th event is held each year at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, located near Reno Avenue and Midwest Boulevard.

Music: Admission to all Midwest City concerts is free, and the current 2011 schedule for performances is as follows:

• 6 - 8 p.m.: TBA
• 8 - 10 p.m.: TBA
• Followed by fireworks

Rules: Feel free to bring your lawn chairs. Admission to all events is free. For more event information call (405) 455-1818. Concessions will not be provided, so visitors can bring picnic dinner. However, alcohol is not allowed.

Also, get information on Red, White & Boom, Bethany's Freedom Festival, Edmond's LibertyFest and Yukon's Freedom Fest.