Salute to America
Every year, Independence Day festivities are celebrated throughout the United States. It’s a time to celebrate and thank those before us for founding this great country. Regardless of where you are, many celebrate it the same way: with fireworks, patriotic music, and so many hot dogs. If you are looking for a festival to celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no better place than Jefferson City's Salute to America!
In collaboration with Show Me America 250, Salute to America is a multi-day event chock full of live music, family events, reenactors, and fun galore. All events are free to the public. You won't want to miss it!
July 2
Big Fans of JCMO: Forrest McCurren ft. Chloe Hoecker
Kick off your holiday weekend with JC Parks' Big Fans of JCMO summer concert series! Featuring JCMO-grown musical talents Forrest McCurren and special guest Chloe Hoecker, this free, family-friendly concert at the Capital Region Amphitheater is the perfect start to the celebration.
July 3
Live music and balloon glow at Capital Region Amphitheater
Head back to Capital Region Amphitheater for another night to remember! Enjoy food trucks, kids' activities, and more live music from Zero to Ninety. Don't miss the grand finale of the night, as hot air balloons light up the night sky!
July 4
PATRIOTIC OPENING CEREMONY
Salute to America kicks off in true patriotic fashion each year with an opening ceremony honoring our heroes.
Socket Classic Car Cruise
Head to the north side of the Missouri State Capitol to see the Mid-Mo Car Club and all their classic cars! Car show runs from 12 - 4 p.m.
KIDZ ZONE
The kiddos will have a ball in the Farm Bureau Kidz Zone! Enjoy a multitude of activities, including inflatables, bubbles, crafts, and plenty of fun games. They can even tap into their creative side with chalk art. Kidz Zone is open from 2 - 5 p.m.
SALUTE TO AMERICA PARADE
As the marching band fires up, prepare for one highlight of this Fourth of July celebration - the parade! Families gather along the route as it winds through Jefferson City’s picturesque, downtown streets. The hometown flair of this parade not only makes it unique to the community but also offers excitement for all ages. The parade begins at 6 p.m. Peep the parade route here.
Chris Janson on the CAPITOL MAIN STAGE
Enjoy live music from the Capitol Main Stage from Chris Janson, a Missouri-born musician, proud member of the Grand Ole Opry, and multi-platinum songwriter and artist. In touch with the lighter side of life with self-penned number-one hits “Fix a Drink,” “Good Vibes,” the four-time platinum “Buy Me a Boat,” and the CMA Song of the Year nominee and ACM Video of the Year “Drunk Girl.”
RED, WHITE, AND BOOM SKY CONCERT - MULTIPLI CREDIT UNION
At last, the moment we’ve all been waiting for, the pièce de résistance, drumroll please…the Red, White and Boom Sky Concert! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and relax as the capital city proudly presents one of the largest fireworks displays in the state. Spectators will “ooh and aah” over the spectacle as brilliant lights soar above the Missouri State Capitol dome before dissolving into the night sky. Brought to you by Multipli Credit Union.
Keep up with all updates on the Salute to America Facebook, and find the full schedule at SaluteToAmerica.org!
