Looking for one of the best 4th of July events in Vermont? The Town of Killington 4th of July Celebration returns Saturday, July 4, 2026, bringing a full day of family-friendly activities, patriotic traditions, and community fun to the Johnson Recreation Center and River Road. From the annual parade and community barbecues to live music and a spectacular fireworks display, this beloved holiday tradition offers something for visitors and locals of all ages.
The celebration begins with the annual Friends of the Library Book Sale at 9:00 a.m., followed by parade line-up from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. At 9:45 a.m., the community will gather at Riverside Cemetery for a special graveside acknowledgement honoring Revolutionary War veterans before the annual parade steps off at 10:00 a.m. The parade travels from the Riverside Cemetery entrance along River Road before concluding at the Johnson Recreation Center, where the day’s festivities continue.
Beginning at 11:00 a.m., Johnson Recreation Center comes alive with music provided by DJ Evan Foley while families and friends enjoy an afternoon filled with entertainment, great food, and community activities. A community barbecue featuring ice cream and desserts from KSAR will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., while children can participate in the popular Kids Field Games on the soccer field at 1:30 p.m. with no registration required. Later in the afternoon, spectators can cheer on contestants during the always-entertaining Belly Flop Contest beginning at 3:30 p.m.
As the celebration continues into the evening, guests can enjoy another community barbecue from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. before settling in for live music by the Summit Pond Quartet starting at 7:00 p.m. The day concludes with one of Killington’s most anticipated holiday traditions as a spectacular fireworks display lights up the sky over Johnson Recreation Fields at 9:00 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early to find a great viewing spot.
Killington’s 4th of July Celebration is a chance for the community to come together and celebrate everything that makes Vermont special. Whether you’re spending the holiday weekend in Killington or call the area home, this annual celebration offers a memorable day of patriotic festivities, family-friendly entertainment, delicious food, and small-town charm.
Don’t miss this exciting day of parades, live entertainment, community activities, and fireworks in one of Vermont’s premier mountain destinations.
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