SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2026
The Fourth
America's birthday, the St. Louis way.
America turns 250 on Saturday, and the Midwest's biggest birthday celebration is happening right here, under the Arch. A full day of music headlined by Miranda Lambert. America's Birthday Parade through downtown. The Innovation Village at Live! by Loews. The Antique Car Show. A Salute the Troops ceremony. A 1,500-drone spectacle over the Mississippi. And one of USA Today's Top 10 fireworks shows in America closing it out. Local food and drink throughout. All of it free.
Who's on stage
Three world-class acts, in the order they take the stage.
Miranda Lambert
Grammy-winning country superstar known for her authenticity, powerhouse songwriting, and lasting impact on the genre. Her recent Grammy-nominated collaboration with Chris Stapleton, "A Song To Sing," marked the biggest streaming debut of her career, while her latest album Postcards from Texas became her 10th consecutive Top 10 on the country charts. The most-awarded artist in ACM history, Lambert has also earned three Grammys, 14 CMA Awards, and recognition as one of TIME's most influential people. Beyond music, she is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, restaurateur, and founder of MuttNation Foundation, which has raised more than $13 million to support animal rescue efforts nationwide.
Kenny
Loggins
A Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose career spans more than five decades. First rising to fame as half of the duo Loggins & Messina, he later became a solo superstar with iconic hits like "Footloose," "Danger Zone," and "I'm Alright," earning the nickname "King of the Movie Soundtrack." With multiple awards and timeless classics across pop and rock music, Loggins remains one of the most recognizable voices of his generation.
Stephen Marley
An eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer celebrated for carrying forward the legendary Marley family legacy while forging his own path in reggae music. The son of Bob Marley, he is known for blending roots reggae with hip-hop, R&B, and soul influences across acclaimed solo projects and collaborations. In addition to his solo success, Marley has produced music for some of the industry's biggest artists and remains one of reggae's most respected modern voices.
America's Birthday Parade
The Fourth opens with the 143rd America's Birthday Parade through downtown St. Louis. Community groups. Veterans organizations. School bands. Civic floats. Anyone who wants to show up for America's 250th. The route runs east on Market Street starting at 14th and ending at Broadway. Step-off is 4:00 PM.
All day. All free.
143rd America's Birthday Parade
Step-off 4:00 PM, Market & 14th heading east
F-15 simulators
Try the cockpit, on site
Innovation Village at Live! by Loews
Interactive experiences from St. Louis innovators
1,500-drone spectacle over the Mississippi
Antique Car Show
Local collectors, on the grounds
Fireworks finale
Approximately 9:40 PM
Salute the Troops ceremony
Recognition of active-duty and veteran service members
A variety of food from local vendors for purchase. Soft drinks for sale; alcoholic beverages available for guests 21+
SATURDAY AT A GLANCE
GATES OPEN 2:00 PM
PARADE STEP-OFF 4:00 PM, Market & 14th, heading east
DRONES + FIREWORKS
Approximately 9:40 PM, drones first followed by fireworks
GATES CLOSE 11:00 PM
Want the full picture?
The Weekend covers both nights, every activation, and the story behind Celebrate 250.
Friday's already moving.
The Party kicks off at the Arch on Friday, July 3. Zedd headlines. Ludacris opens. Free. Be there for both.