America 250
America Turns 250: Where to Celebrate the Fourth Around Baldwin County
The nation’s semiquincentennial lands this summer. From Daphne’s June 26 kickoff to two nights of racing in Loxley, an all-day Fourth in Robertsdale, a 250-musician concert in Fairhope, and fireworks along the coast, here’s the Independence Day schedule taking shape across Baldwin County.
Baldwin County
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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Celebrating America’s 250th
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The United States turns 250 in 2026, and the semiquincentennial — the nation’s 250th birthday — is shaping this summer’s Independence Day calendar. Across Baldwin County, celebrations range from a county kickoff in Daphne to two nights of racing in Loxley, a veterans’ musical in Foley, an all-day Fourth in Robertsdale, and a 250-musician concert in Fairhope. Here is what has been announced so far; we’ll add more as they’re confirmed.
The Schedule
Fri
26
June
Daphne
America 250 Celebration
4–8 p.m.
Daphne Civic Center, 2603 U.S. Hwy 98 · Free
Baldwin County and the city’s kickoff to the nation’s 250th, with a performance by the Alabama Army National Guard Band, plus food trucks, kids’ activities, vendor booths, pet adoptions, senior activities and giveaways.
Thu
2
July
Orange Beach
Independence Day Street Party, Fireworks & Drone Show
5:30–9:30 p.m.
The Wharf, 23101 Canal Road · Fireworks ~9 p.m., drone show ~9:15 p.m. · Free
Presented by the City of Orange Beach and The Wharf, billed around America’s 250th.
Thu
2–4
July
Foley
Salute to America and Her Veterans
July 2 & 3 at 7 p.m. · July 4 at 2:30 & 7 p.m.
OWA Theater, 205 N. OWA Blvd. · Tickets $25–$35
JR Takka Productions’ “A Musical History Tour” saluting America’s 250th and its veterans, written and directed by Joseph Dean and Robin Ann Page.
Fri
3–4
July
Loxley
Freedom 250 — Two Nights of Racing & Fireworks
Racing 7:30 p.m. · gates 3 p.m., grandstands 5 p.m.
Deep South Speedway · Friday July 3 and Saturday July 4
Two nights of USCS Outlaw Thunder Tour winged sprint cars plus late models, modifieds and stock cars, with “huge fireworks both nights,” billed as a “Freedom 250” marking 250 years.
Sat
4
July
Robertsdale
Family Fun and Fireworks
From 11 a.m.
Garrett Park, 18080 Pennsylvania St.
The City of Robertsdale’s all-day Fourth: a backyard BBQ contest at 11 a.m. (judging at noon; proceeds benefit the Robertsdale Volunteer Fire Department), the Patriotic Pet Parade at 1 p.m. (pre-register with Mary at 251-947-8973), and activities from 2 to 6 p.m. — plus live music, food trucks, games and bounce houses, and fireworks after dark. Bring a lawn chair.
Sat
4
July
Fairhope
Baldwin 250 — Independence Day Concert
Concert 7 p.m. · fireworks ~9 p.m.
Henry George Park (Magnolia & Fairhope avenues) · over Mobile Bay
A one-time “Baldwin 250” brings together 250 instrumentalists and vocalists to perform the National Anthem, “America the Beautiful” and a Sousa march or two; the Baldwin Pops play at 7:30 p.m. Musicians who want to join can reach the Baldwin Pops at baldwinpopsband@gmail.com or 251-232-1013.
Fish Fry Fundraiser & Pool Tournament
Doors 9 a.m. · play 11 a.m.
VFW Post 5660, 950 Nichols Ave.
A Fourth of July fish-fry fundraiser and “Jack & Jill” Scotch-doubles pool tournament (bring your own partner) at the Fairhope VFW; $60 per team, and fish-fry plates will be available.
Sat
4
July
Daphne
Fourth of July Fireworks
~9 p.m.
Al Trione Sports Complex, 8600 Whispering Pines Road · Free
Daphne’s annual Fourth of July show, with the display synced to music on 95.5 FM. The City Council awarded this year’s $34,500 fireworks contract to Pyro Productions on June 1; the city typically posts the exact details closer to the date.
Sat
4–6
July
Foley
Star Spangled 250th Spectacular
Holiday weekend · fireworks after dark
Downtown OWA, 101 S. OWA Blvd. · Free to attend
OWA marks the nation’s 250th with a celebration across the holiday weekend — family activities, live music and a fireworks show over Downtown OWA. Walking Downtown OWA is free; some attractions require a Tropic Falls admission ticket. Confirm the fireworks time with OWA closer to the date.
Sat
4
July
Orange Beach
Flora-Bama Freedom Run & Fireworks
Run 8 a.m. · fireworks 9 p.m.
Flora-Bama, 17401 Perdido Key Dr. (Alabama–Florida line) · Run registration required; beach party free
The Flora-Bama’s 6th annual Freedom Run steps off at 8 a.m. — a 4-mile run/walk or 1-mile fun run, with a race shirt, swag and a post-race party — followed by a day on the beach and fireworks at 9 p.m. over the state line.
Sat
4
July
Gulf Shores
Independence Day Fireworks
9 p.m.
Gulf State Park Fishing & Education Pier, 20800 E. Beach Blvd. · Free
The city ties this year’s show to the nation’s 250th. The pier closes that morning, about 8 a.m. to noon, for setup. The city’s information line is 251-968-1171.
Before you go
Events weeks out can shift. Times, locations and whether a show happens at all can change with weather or schedules, so confirm with the host before making plans.
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Have an event? Hosting a Fourth of July or America 250 celebration in Baldwin County that isn’t listed here? Send the details to tips@baldwincitizen.com — or use our contact page — and we’ll add it to the schedule.