Engage, Serve, & Celebrate
Who We Are
Celebrate St. Louis is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that strives to engage, serve, and celebrate our region by providing diverse, impactful, and entertaining experiences to support worthy charities that serve our communities.
By producing inclusive year-round events that showcase Saint Louis culture and support a diverse group of nonprofit organizations, Celebrate St. Louis illustrates our region’s stand-out charitable reputation alongside our history of celebration and connection dating back to St. Louis’s founding in 1764.
Our Core Celebrations
Our core events celebrate history, patriotism, and the vibrant spirit of St. Louis, bringing the community together in honor of our nation. These major happenings are at the heart of America’s Biggest Birthday Party and include the breathtaking July 4th Fireworks, Display, illuminating the Gateway Arch since 1981; and the July 4th Concerts, which have showcased incredible performances in Forest Park and Downtown St. Louis for decades. A heartfelt Salute to the Troops honors our military heroes, adding a powerful tribute to the celebration. Together, these traditions are why St. Louis continues to be known as Where America Comes to Celebrate.
Concerts & Fireworks
This July 3rd & 4th, join us for music, food, and fireworks both nights! Named USA Todays Top 10 fireworks in America.
Salute The Troops
Honoring service members with a VIP recognition ceremony and experience.
America’s Birthday Parade
This will be the 142nd edition of the parade that will be on July 4th starting at 4pm at Market and 14th St heading east, ending at Market and Broadway.
A Better Saint Louis For All
In 2026, we are proud to continue the Celebrate St. Louis Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization that serves as the central hub for a series of community events. These include a visually-stunning fireworks display framed by the Gateway Arch, a rockin’ concert series, and a Family Festival one.
Unlike organizations with narrower scopes, Celebrate St. Louis delivers a wide-reaching impact on the Saint Louis community. Our events, especially the Downtown July 4th Festivals, act as a catalyst, igniting a year-long celebration across the city.