Top 4th of July Events 2024 in Pittsburgh

Attend the Independence Day Celebration at Point State Park

Experience Pittsburgh’s largest Fourth of July firework display during the City of Pittsburgh Independence Day Celebration from 4-10 p.m. on July 4.

Start your day at Fort Pitt Museum for a flag raising ceremony at 1 p.m. followed by family-friendly activities like cannon-firing and martial music until 4 p.m. Then the main event kicks off at 4 p.m. with local and nationally touring acts across three stages in Point State Park, North Shore Great Lawn and Liberty Avenue. The holiday celebration features a hot air balloon, food truck corral and kids’ activities including face painting, caricatures, interactive displays and more.

The fireworks display begins at 9:35 p.m. lighting up the skyline for a jaw-dropping 25-minute celebration!

Dr. James Gourlay conducts the River City Brass Band at the Independence Day Celebration

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River City Brass Band

Celebrate America at Kennywood

Every July, Kennywood offers an array of thrilling activities to celebrate Independence Day. With its seven roller coasters, including the record-breaking Steel Curtain, and dozens of other rides, plenty of adrenaline is guaranteed. The Fourth of July celebrations on July 4-5, 2024, include

Fireworks
Patriotic Music
Contests
The annual Wiener 100 dachshund race
Plus all the rides, food and fun you love from a visit to Kennywood!

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Jody Mader Photography

Visit Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village

Have a historic Fourth of July to remember with special activities at Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village. An affiliate museum of the Senator John Heinz History Center, Meadowcroft is the oldest known site of human habitation in North America.

Celebrate the spirit of America on Thursday, July 4, 2024 with historical demonstrations and period games at Meadowcroft’s 18th-century frontier and 19th-century rural village. Throughout the day, visitors can also explore the prehistoric wonders of the Meadowcroft Rockshelter.

Celebrate Independence Day with star-spangled science!

Thursday, July 4, 6–11 pm

Secure the perfect view of Pittsburgh’s beautiful fireworks in an explosively fun way at the Carnegie Science Center! Tickets include a reserved viewing area for the massive fireworks show across the river at 9:35 p.m., a movie and popcorn in The Rangos Giant Cinema, a Fourth of July show in the planetarium, live entertainment, cash bar, and four floors of exhibits.

Celebrate America’s Birthday Aboard the Gateway Clipper

Board one of Gateway Clipper Fleet's riverboats and celebrate the 4th of July out on the water — Pittsburgh style! Sit back, relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of July 4th on the Three Rivers.

The dinner cruise features a fantastic Independence Day Buffet, music, dancing and a fabulous view of the fireworks! Or, go on a one-hour Fireworks Cruise for the best view in the city to enjoy the sights and sounds.

Stars & Stripes on Shiloh

Enjoy a 4th of July Picnic on the Mount with your favorite Shiloh Street businesses including DiFiore's Ice Cream Delite, Shiloh Gastro, Gordo's Tacos and Tequila, Redbeard's, The Summit, Niko's Cafe, Sloppy Joe's and Grandview Bakery.

There will be fun for all ages with games, face painting, vendors, live music, DJ and more. Plus, all Incline rides will be FREE from 4-8 p.m. Then, scope out the perfect spot along Mt. Washington for the fireworks spectacular for a one-of-a-kind view!

Event information about the Stars and Stripes on Shiloh, including details about participating businesses and activities.

More Allegheny County Fireworks

Can't make it down to the Point for the spectacular? Not to worry! Here's some other places and times you can find fireworks shows throughout Allegheny County:

Updates below for 2024. New events will be added as announced

Saturday, June 29:
- Franklin Park Borough - Food trucks, activities, entertainment, petting zoo, ax throwing and more starting at 4 p.m. with fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, June 30:
- Ross Township - Parade from 2-3 p.m. and fireworks celebration from 5-10 p.m. with food trucks, petting zoo, live music and more.
- Lawrenceville - A fun-filled day starting at 11 a.m. in Arsenal Park featuring train rides, a wrestling show, food vendors, exotic animals, balloon art, fireworks and more.

Wednesday, July 3:
- Findlay - Fireworks at Recreation and Sports Complex at Leopold Lake at 9:45 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. with music, food, airbrush artists and giveaways.
- Hampton Township - Community Day celebration begins at 4 p.m. with live music, community vendors, inflatables, food vendors and more plus fireworks in the evening.
Thursday, July 4:
- Mt. Lebanon - Fireworks at Mt. Lebanon Main Park at 9 p.m. Live music, food, music, games and more. Event starts at noon that day.
- Crafton - Crafton Park
- Monroeville - Monroeville Mall Annex at 9:30 p.m.. Parade starting at 9 a.m. at Miracle Mile Shopping Center proceeding to Monroeville Convention Center.
- Brentwood - Brentwood Park at 9:30 p.m. fireworks. 10 a.m. parade.
- Scott - Scott Park at 9:30 p.m.
- South Fayette & Upper St. Clair - Fairview Park and Boyce Mayview Park at 9:30 p.m.
- Moon - Moon Park at 10 p.m. Family celebration starting at 4 p.m. with food, family fun and entertainment.
- Dormont - Dormont Pool parking lot is the place to be from 7-10 p.m. with live music, cool treats and hot dogs plus Zambelli fireworks at 9:30 p.m.