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Red, White & Wow! 4th Fest Brings Fireworks & Family Fun!

The Owensboro Convention Center is once again the place to be for Independence Day as 4th Fest, presented by Kentucky Legend, returns on Friday, July 4 for an evening of family fun and fireworks!

Kids will love the wide range of indoor activities on the first floor in the exhibit halls – perfect for all ages. From the Rock Wall and Spider Climb and Axe Throwing to Bucky’s Pirate Ship and the Extreme Chaos Obstacle Course, there’s something for small children to teens. Please note: some inflatables require signed waivers.

Want early access? Get a jump on the fun with ticketed early entry from 5PM to 6PM!  Tickets start at just $10 and include access to inflatables and activities before they open to the general public! Ticket also includes seating options to ensure a great spot for the viewing of the City of Owensboro’s All-American 4th of July fireworks along the riverfront!

Tickets for all seating options are available online at OwensboroTickets.com or at the Owensboro Convention Center Box Office. Please note: table(s) and chair(s) included for all seating options, so no need to bring your own! 

  • Exhibit Hall Terrace Seating: $10 per person General Admission
  • Kentucky Legend Pier Seating: $12 per person or $140 for a reserved table of 10
  • All American Seating: $35 per person and includes seating in the third-floor ballroom, a buffet meal from 5PM-8PM, and balcony viewing of the fireworks display
  • Red Hot VIP Seating: Reserved seating in the third-floor ballroom, a buffet meal from 5PM-8PM, two drink tickets per person to the private VIP bar, and balcony viewing of the fireworks display.  Available only as complete tables of 10 for $500. Please note alcohol drink tickets are for guests 21 and over only. 

Free fun for all!  From 6PM to 9PM, the exhibit hall activities are free and open to the public – no ticket needed to join the family fun inside!

The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at approximately 9:15PM.

Come hungry as classic favorites like hamburgers, hot dogs, jumbo Bavarian pretzels, cotton candy, Dippin’ Dots, and more will be available for purchase too!

“We’re proud to provide a space where families can relax, have fun, and enjoy one of the most iconic traditions of summer in our community— fireworks over the Ohio River,” stated Jeff Esposito, General Manager of the Owensboro Convention Center.

So, don’t miss your chance to celebrate Independence Day with the best views, food, and family fun in town at 4th Fest at the Owensboro Convention Center!