Parades, Fireworks To Celebrate Nation's Birthday In Bucks

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa. — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years.

July 4 is just around the corner, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Bucks County so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Bucks County:

July 4 Festivities

What:Rebels and Redcoats Classic Car Show

Where: Washington Crossing Historic Park, Pa.

When: Sunday, July 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

As part of its annual Independence Day celebration, Washington Crossing Historic Park invites classic car owners to compete in the fourth annual Rebels & Redcoats Classic Car Show. This unique show features American, French, British and German cars, representing the four countries involved in the Revolutionary War. Classic show-condition cars from model years 1997 and earlier are welcome in this class. There will also be an open class for cars of any make, model, and year. Cost to register each car is $25 online (plus service fee) or $35 on-site. There is no fee to attend as a spectator. Check-in will begin at 9 a.m. and the show starts at 10. Winners will announced at 2:45 p.m. These prizes will be determined by peer judging. All proceeds from this event will benefit the non-profit Friends of Washington Crossing Park’s historical and educational programming.

What: Southampton Days Parade and Fireworks

Where: Southampton

When: Monday, July 4th at 9 a.m.

Southampton celebrates the nation’s birthday with the Southampton Days Parade from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The parade forms at Jaymor Road and precedes north on Second Street Pike to the Klinger Middle School. The fairgrounds open at 6 p.m. Admission is $3, which includes fireworks, country fair activities, two concerts, rides, children’s games, food and Bingo. A free shuttle bus will be provided from area shopping centers beginning at 6 p.m. The fireworks are scheduled to start at 9:35 p.m.

What: Tri-Municipal Parade

Where: New Britain Township, Chalfont and New Britain Boroughs

When: Monday, July 4 at 9:30 a.m.

New Britain Township and Chalfont and New Britain Boroughs are hosting its annual Tri-Municipal 4th of July Parade. The parade starts at Town Center (Butler Avenue and Ute Rd.) and follows along Butler avenue to Rt. 152 North (Main Street) and ends at North Branch Park, 207 Park Avenue in Chalfont. Bring lawn chairs and enjoy a hometown parade.

What: Old-Fashioned Fourth of July

Where: Fonthill Castle, 525 East Court Street, Doylestown 18901

When: Monday, July 4 from 12 to 4 p.m.

Fonthill Castle will celebrate Independence Day with some old-fashioned fun. Festivities include a decorated bike parade, watermelon-eating contests, wheelbarrow and sack races, tug-of-war and live music. Food vendors will be available on-site. Admission: $5 for adults, $1 for youth (6-17) and free for children 5 and under. To order tickets, click here.

What: Independence Day Celebration

Where: Washington Crossing Historic Park, Pa.

When: Monday, July 4 from 12 to 4 p.m.

Celebrate Independence Day by bringing the whole family back in time—to July 4, 1776! The public can watch living historians demonstrate their crafts and see a military encampment. A highlight of the day will be readings of the Declaration of Independence at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults age 12 and over; $4 for children ages 5-11; and free for those under 5, active duty military, and members of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. Families with up to two adults and two children living in the same household can purchase a single family ticket for $20. Preregistration is recommended.

What: Fireworks

Where: Sesame Place, Langhorne

When: Monday, July 4 beginning at 9 p.m.

Celebrate the Fourth of July at Sesame Place by experiencing the park’s spectacular “C is for Celebrate” fireworks display from one of the many viewing areas available around the park. Rock out with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and Count von Count, as their music fills the air and the sky is covered with colorful bursts of brilliance. Best Firework Viewing Areas - Sesame Plaza, Carousel Area, Lower Neighborhood, Cookie’s Monster Land and Elmo’s World.

What: Quakertown Community Day and Fireworks

Where: Memorial Park, 501 West Mill Street, Quakertown

When: July 4 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The day begins with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. and continues with events throughout the day including a car show, arts and crafts vendors, bounce houses, fire department water battles, music, a hot air balloon, gymnastics demonstrations, Irish dance, performances by the Alex Buono Band and the Quakertown Band and a Skyshooter fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.