Everything You Need to Know about Fourth of July Events in Plymouth

Although Independence Day is officially July 4th, if our second president, John Adams, had his way, we would be celebrating on the 2nd. During the Second Continental Congress, our founding fathers actually approved a resolution of independence from Great Britain on July 2nd, but Americans  honor July 4th, the date actually inscribed on the world famous Declaration of Independence—the day it was officially recognized.

Nowadays, the real question isn’t when to celebrate Independence Day, but how, where, and with whom. Here's a list of local events.

Plymouth Township Fireworks, July 3

The annual fireworks display will begin at 10:15 p.m. at Plymouth Township Park. Admission is free. 

Good Morning USA Parade, July 4

The parade begins at 9 a.m. and will travel down Main Street in downtown Plymouth for 1.25 miles from Theodore to Hartsough. 

Parade participants include the Martin Luther King Jr. Marching Band, Steve King and the Dittlies, Mark Randisi and the Sounds of Sinatra, Dogmatics dog drill team, a 30’ Uncle Sam balloon, a 30’ Kermit The Frog balloon, Plymouth Fife & Drum Corps, Special Olympics, a briefcase drill team, stilt walkers, horses, fire engines, clowns, and much more.  

This year there are over 85 entries in the parade that will entertain the crowds for over 75 minutes. An estimated 10,000 spectators will enjoy this truly entertaining celebration of our country and community.

Good Morning USA Pancake Breakfast, July 4

The Pancake Breakfast fundraiser will be held in The Gathering from 7-11 a.m.

Good Old Fashioned Picnic, July 4

The annual picnic will be held in Plymouth Township Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.