4th of July Events on Smith Lake

Photo: Fireworks 2020, Albright Family Smith Lake

NOTE:  THIS BLOG WILL BE UPDATED ANNUALLY - SO AS SOON AS DATES BEGIN TO FIRM UP FOR A GIVEN YEAR, CHECK BACK IN!  

Get ready to have some fun this year on Smith Lake for the 4th of July.  Most folks are planning a very long week due to the holiday falling on Thursday.  Many expect an influx of friends and family to entertain all week.  There is plenty to do all around the large tri-county lake area.  

Every Independence Day on Smith Lake is special, rain or shine. We're always praying for summer storms to hold back for the holiday's events.  If it's perfect weather, you'll see fireworks big and small all around the lake the entire holiday weekend.  Just enjoy viewing small celebrations from the water as you boat home carefully and slowly along the lake area after sunset, and after a long day of fun in the sun.  If there is prolonged inclement weather in the evenings, most of the main annual events will either reschedule or cancel. 

There are several big fireworks shows that have been reported so far, see the list below this blog.  

• "OFF WATER" = fireworks are not along a shoreline or visible from water
• "ON WATER" = the event is on the shoreline and can best be viewed by boat at a safe distance.  

Check back to this list to see if any dates are rescheduled due to weather.  If a favorite event near you cancels, watch to see if they revise plans, try out another event nearby on another day, or just thoroughly enjoy your own private celebration including plenty of red-white-and-blue decor (check our Amazon store for ideas in Home Decor).  Be sure to stock up on sparklers & fireworks, outdoor games, floats and towables, watersports equipment, backyard grill-out items, boating essentials, a charcuterie board for s'mores, and/or a homemade ice cream churn plus all the toppings.  Stock up on ALL the favorites of summertime.  Then simply kick back and enjoy the fun, laughter, experiences, and daily wind-downs by the fire pit - MAKE MEMORIES!  Also, visit the Smith Lake #spotsonsmith checklist on the map by Sue Clements to see some of our favorite spots on the lake while out boating.  No matter how you celebrate, the weekend is truly a favorite for all who spend it on Smith Lake.
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​Check out our LOCAL INFO listings for everything from restaurants to shopping and so much more.  Our Cullman, Walker & Winston County areas welcome you with wide open arms, and would love to have you spend some time shopping locally for your weekend of entertaining.  Have questions?  Reach out!  

Be sure to "@" mention us on social media OR send in photos of the events you attend.  Let us know if you want us to post the photos on social media or if you’d like to be in the blog or magazine.  Join the Facebook Group "Smith Lake Community" to keep up with what's going on around the lake in case impromptu events pop up.  

​Be safe, have a blessed holiday and enjoy!  

(EVENT HOSTS - Please let us know well ahead of any other events that need to be added to the list for the entire weekend and remember to keep us updated as time nears based on weather or other factors.  Thank you!)

You can find other local area events on our CALENDAR page.  Please let us know of any events to add.

Latest update to this blog:  7/2/24.  ​

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Fireworks Shows/Events

Listing (top to bottom and from L-R) determined by date from first to last events for the holiday weekend.

EVENTS in PURPLE boxes are not yet confirmed by the HOSTS - they need to text us at 256-708-7679 or email us [email protected] ASAP.  Thanks!  

RED boxes indicate the event is not happening this year, but may be rescheduled for another holiday.

FEATURE EVENT

DATE:  THU 7/4/24 9pm fireworks, and all day festival event
Name:  Smith Lake Park Fireworks and Music Festival
Hosts:  Cullman County Parks & Recreation at Smith Lake Park with Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism
What:  Music & Fireworks Festival

Smith Lake Park Fireworks 2024

Smith Lake Park Fireworks 2024

Where:  ON AND OFF WATER - Smith Lake Park near Goat Island
​Info:  See the flyer and check out the event on Facebook - All day event, Fireworks at 9pm

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DATE:  SAT 6/30/2024 - 7pm (Fireworks @ dark)
Name:  Prayer and Patriotism
Host:  Looney's Amphitheater Complex and Cultural Center
​What:  Service and Fireworks
Where:  OFF WATER - on the grounds of Looney's Amphitheater Complex and Cultural Center

Prayer & Patriotism 2024

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DATE:  WED 7/3/24 near 8pm
Host:  The Rock Smith Lake Campus
What:  Service - Fireworks to follow
Where:  OFF WATER - The Rock Smith Lake Campus - 19870 US 278, Double Springs AL
​Info:  Find them on social media - Bring Lawn Chairs/Blankets.

The Rock Smith Lake Campus 2024

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DATE:  WED 7/3/24 7:30-10pm
Host:  Christ Cowboy Church and The City of Good Hope
What:  Service - Fireworks to follow
Where:  OFF WATER - Good Hope Family Park and Recreational Complex - 1353 Municipal Drive, Good Hope AL
​Info:  Free event will begin with a horse flag presentation 7:30pm followed by fellowship and fireworks after dark.

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DATE:  THU 7/4/24 - 5pm (if rained out, move to FRI 7/5/24 4pm)
Name:  28th Annual 4th of July Smith Lake Boat Parade on Brushy Creek
Hosts:  Residents in the Sipsey and Brushy Creek areas - but ALL are welcome
What:  Boat Parade - In Loving Memory of Margie Blankenship
Where:  ON WATER - Meet approx 2 miles north of where Brushy Creek flows into the Sipsey River (see flyer below).  Look for large white house on a large round lot with a white block seawall, with lamp posts all around it.  
Info:  See the flyer below for more info.

Smith Lake Boat Parade (Brushy Creek) 2024

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DATE:  THU 7/4/24 - 9pm
Name:  Yellow Creek Friends & Family Fireworks
Hosts:  The Burnett & Bomar Families
SPONSORS: Powell Building Supply, Burnett Roofing & Construction, LLC, Bomar Hauling & Land Services LLC, Blue Moon Beverages
What:  Fireworks only
​Where:  ON WATER - Yellow Creek (the point across from the mouth of Yellow Creek)
Info:  See the flyer for more info.  You may also donate to help with the cost of the fireworks, see the poster for payment details.

Yellow Creek Fireworks 2024

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DATE:  THU 7/4/24 - 9pm
Name:  King's Point Community Fireworks Show - In memory of Mr. James Edward King
Hosts:  The Summerford & King Families (King Boat Docks)
DONATIONS:  Donations are being accepted @ 256-747-6445
​What:  Fireworks
​Where:  ON & OFF WATER - Rock Creek @ King's Point (the private landing @ King Boat Docks, 202 County Road 4007, Crane Hill, AL 
​Info:  See the flyer

Kings Point Fireworks 2024

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DATE: 7/4/2024 - 7-9pm
Name:  8th Annual Stoney Point 4th of July Fireworks
Hosts:  The Sain and Fry Families
What:  Music & Fireworks
​Where:  ON & OFF WATER - Stoney Point neighborhood (common area across from "Spoon Island") on Sipsey north of Duncan Bridge and "The Cliffs" ​​​
Info:  usually music begins @ 7-9pm, fireworks at 9pm (at dark).  See the flyer below​​​​​​​ for additional details.

Stoney Point Fireworks 2024

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DATE:  THU 7/4/2024 - 9am-10pm - fireworks @ 9pm
Name:  ​Independence Day Celebration
Host:  Addison Volunteer Fire Department
What:  Parade, Festival, Music & Fireworks
​Where:  OFF WATER - Alexander Park, Addison AL
Sponsors:  Bill Smith GMC, Addison Agra Builders, Powell Building Supply, Addison Ladies Club, and The Storage Place
Info:  All day event - See the flyer and check out the event on AVFD's Facebook page for more info and up-to-date announcements.  Beginning with a 9am parade lineup @ Addison First Baptist Church. Parade will be at 10am through downtown.  Music Festival will start at 5pm-9pm at Alexander Park. They will have "Michael Dean and Memphis" as the headline band.  Michael is known as an excellent Elvis impersonator!  There will be vendors and food trucks, bounce house for the kids, and t-shirts will be available for purchase and giveaway, and American Flags will also be given away at the park.  Finally, fireworks begin at 9pm (at dark) - they will be shot from the Addison high school softball field.  

Addison Fireworks 2024

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DATE:  THU 7/4/2024 - 8-10pm 
Name:  Mermaid Cove Annual Independence Day Show
Host:  Encore Landscapes
What:  Fireworks
Where:  ON WATER - Cullman/East side of the lake, bay area across from Stillwater Pointe - Dr. Harris Spring Branch (on the pink rock island).  Address:  85 CR 186, Crane Hill, AL 35053 (33.97989 N, 87.10576 W)
Info:  8:30pm - Music, 8:58pm - National Anthem, 9:00pm Fireworks Show

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DATE:  Host needs to confirm details - THU 7/4/2024 - 9pm 
Name:  Burgess Family Fireworks?
Hosts:  The Burgess Family?
What:  Fireworks
Where:  ON WATER - Good Hope side of the lake, just past Misty Harbor, on the left - look for the LED American Flag on the boat dock or house.  
Info:  In the previous year, this show lasted for 2 hours, so you can expect a nice show.  (Weather reschedule date would be 7/5/24 9pm).  Fireworks starting @ 9pm.  Flyer or confirmed info yet to be submitted.

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DATE:  THU 7/4/24 - 4-10pm
Name:  Fourth of July Celebration
Host:  Cullman Appliance & HVAC Repair
What:  Fun & Fireworks
​Where:  OFF WATER - @ Cornerstone Revival Center - 3151 AL Hwy 69N, Cullman, AL 35058
Info:  Set to be a fun-filled afternoon and evening for families.  Celebration offers fellowship with games, volleyball, corn hole, bounce houses.  Gates & games open @ 4pm with a big show fireworks display after dark.  

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DATE:  THU 7/4/2024 - 7-10pm 
Name:  Spirit of America
Hosts & Sponsors:  This year’s festival brought to you by:  Point Mallard Park
Chase Grisham
The Grisham Group
What:  Music & Fireworks
Where:  OFF WATER in Decatur, AL - @ Point Mallard Park
Time:  Fun starts @ 1PM! (Fireworks at 9PM)
Info:  (FREE) LIVE Concerts & FIREWORKS for the 4th @ Point Mallard Park! Celebrate the Spirit of America Festival with Frankie Ballard, Easton Corbin, Ally Free & The Grisham Group.  A vibrant and patriotic event!
Event Highlights
Live Music: Enjoy performances by Easton Corbin, Frankie Ballard, Ally Free, and The Roads Below. This is a FREE CONCERT! Want to get the VIP experience? VIP Tickets are available for $60! Easton Corbin and Frankie Ballard meet and greet tickets also available.
Food Trucks: Savor delicious bites from over 25 food trucks, offering everything from classic American fare to international delights!
Family Fun: Engage in games & activities for kids and adults, including inflatables, arts and crafts, hot dog eating contest, & a spectacular fireworks show at 9:00PM to cap off the evening! Wristbands for the kids zone activities are $20!
Car Show: See some of the most beautiful rides from around the state on display!
Local Vendors: Explore over 80 arts & craft booths showcasing local artisans and businesses, perfect for picking up unique gifts and supporting our local economy.

DATE:  FRI 7/5/24 - 9pm
Name:  The Watson Family Fireworks
Host:  The Watson Family
What:  Fireworks
​Where:  ON WATER - Rock Creek - enter Rock Creek from Sipsey and it's the 2nd slough to the right on Watson's Point

Watson Family Fireworks 2024

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*DATE CHANGE due to weather!*
DATE:  SAT 7/6/24 7-9pm (was Fri 7/5)
Name:  13th Annual Bobapalooza 2024
​Host:  The Basch Family
SPONSORS:  Traditions Bank, Shoreline Restoration, Basch Bros and MBasch Designs
What:  Music & Fireworks
Where:  ON WATER - Major Millers in Miller Flats off of Ryan Creek
DONATIONS:  To help support the event's charitable cause, they usually offer T-shirts for $25 each by PayPal through the event page, but this year they didn't have time to get them ready.  Stay tuned for next year!
​Info:  The event is from 7-10pm.  See the flyer below and check out the event page on Facebook, pre-show music around 7pm and fireworks at 9pm.  ​​​​​​​

Bobapalooza 2024

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DATE:  FRI 7/5/24 2024 - near 8-9pm (@ dark) 
Name:  The Silverock Cove Fireworks
Host:  Silverock Cove
What:  Fireworks
​Where:  ON and OFF WATER - On Crooked Creek, shooting from the load-in ramp area in Silverock Cove. ​

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DATE:  FRI 7/5/24 - 9pm
Name:  The Cooper Family Fireworks
Host:  The Cooper Family
What:  Fireworks
​Where:  ON WATER - Ryan Creek - Across the channel from the opening to Sulphur Springs (halfway between Castle and Trident Marina)

MAP - Cooper Fireworks - 2024

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DATE:  FRI 7/5/24 - 7-9pm
Name:  Crane Hill Community Freedom Celebration
Hosts:  Smith Lake Baptist, Livingston Chapel, Mt. Hope Baptist
What:  Food, Games, Fireworks
​Where:  OFF WATER - 18585 County Road 222 ​​, Crane Hill AL
Info:  event begins @ 7-9pm, fireworks at 9pm (at dark).  See the flyer below​​​​​​​ for any additional details.

Crane Hill Community Fireworks 2024

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/24 6-9pm
Name:  Rock the Boat 2024
Host:  Fredricks Outdoor
What:  Music & Fireworks - Music:  TBA
Where:  ON WATER - Devil's Branch near Duncan Bridge, follow the crowd
Info:  Event starts near 6pm, fireworks @ 9pm.  See the flyer below and the event page on Facebook

Fredricks Outdoor Fireworks 2024

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/24 - 8-9pm (@ dark) 
Name:  The Launius and Stogner Family 4th of July Celebration
Host:  The Launius and Stogner Families
What:  Fireworks and music
​Where:  ON WATER
Info:  Headed to Trident Marina to end the holiday evening? There will be a firework display and live music at a home across the street from the marina - so in the other side of Big Bridge by boat. Fireworks will be around 9pm with music before and afterwards. All will be in front (lake side) of the Stogner’s so pull your boat up and enjoy the entertainment.

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/2024 - 6-9pm 
Name:  Fireworks Extravaganza
Hosts:  Arley First Baptist Church
What:  Service & Fireworks & Fun
Where:  OFF WATER - @ Arley First Baptist Church
Info:  Join in by 6pm, fireworks starting @ 9pm.  

Arley First Baptist Church 2024

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/2024 - 5-9pm 
Name:  Ledger's 4th of July Event
Hosts:  Ledger's Steakhouse at Stone Bridge Farms
What:  Music (Crooked Creek Band), Crawfish Boil & Fireworks
Where:  OFF WATER - @ Ledger's Steakhouse at Stone Bridge Farms in Cullman, AL - call 256-734-9765 to make a reservation.  
Info:  Come early, music near 7pm, fireworks starting @ 9pm.  No flyer submitted.

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/2024 - 6-10pm 
Name:  Lakeshore/Daniels Dr Area Celebration
Hosts:  ??? (Unconfirmed)
What:  Music (Cherry Creek Revival - a North Mississippi best kept secret)  with Fireworks at dark.
Where:  ON & OFF WATER - near Lakeshore Marina (Across the river from Lakeshore Inn and Marina).  Music starting at 6pm, fireworks after sundown.  
Info:  Fireworks dock is 2 docks down from Lakeshore and music dock is directly across the river/lake - donation box at each dock - donations will be appreciated but not necessary.  Come by land or water.  There will be a lawn area near Daniels Drive for lawn chairs for those arriving by land, otherwise anchor out and enjoy by boat.  

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/2024 - 7-10pm 
Name:  1st Annual Sipsey Jam
Hosts:  West Side Custom and Collision
What:  Music (Southern Outlines Band), Food (Hamburgers, Hotdogs & Water, with Fireworks at dark.
Where:  ON & OFF WATER - near the Lakeshore Bridge (Hwy 278 Bridge over Sipsey).  Anchor out and enjoy the show.  Address:  16 County Road 3102, Double Springs AL 35553
Info:  Music near 7pm, fireworks starting @ 9pm. 

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DATE:  SAT 7/6/2024 - 6-10pm (fireworks @ dark)
Name:  4th of July Celebration
Host:  Arrowhead RV Park
​What:  Parade, Food, Refreshments & Music provided by Arrowhead Bar & Grill, Entertainment (Artist:  Jesse Priest)
Where:  ON & OFF WATER - @ Arrowhead RV Park, 761 CR 941, Crane Hill AL 
Info:  Golf Cart Parade 6pm, Music 8pm

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DATE:  host has not confirmed  for 2024 - 7pm  
Name:  Thunder on the Mount
Host:  Mount Vernon Baptist Church
What:  Music & Fireworks
​Where:  usually OFF WATER​ @ Mount Vernon Baptist Church - Curry AL
Info:  Check out their page on Facebook - usually starting 6pm, Fireworks at 9pm

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DATE:  host has not confirmed for 2024  - near 8-9pm (@ dark)
Name:  Bear Branch Fireworks - are these the same as Pate's Point?
Host:  A Bear Branch Resident
What:  Fireworks
​Where:  ON WATER - On Sipsey, at the mouth of Bear Branch.  This area is also not too far westward from the mouth of Rock Creek off Sipsey.  ​​​

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DATE:  host has not confirmed for 2024 - near 8-9pm (@ dark)
Name:  Pate's Point Fireworks - are these the same as the Bear Branch Fireworks?
Host:  Pate's Point LLC
​What:  Fireworks
Where:  ON WATER - @ Pate's Point - on Sipsey main channel just across from the opening of Bear Branch (Walker Co side)

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DATE:  host did not confirm for FRI 6/28/2024 - 7pm
Name:  Faith, Family and Fireworks
By:  Blooming Grove Baptist Church
What:  Fireworks
Where:  OFF WATER - Blooming Grove
Info:  Find them on social media as "Blooming GroveBaptist Church" in Jasper AL

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DATE:  This event is being held for the Labor Day 2024 holiday instead - the weekend before Labor Day - fireworks begin near 8:30ish-9pm
Name:  6th Annual Triple Creek Fireworks Show
Where:  The Patio at Smith Lake - visible by boat in the bay area near Bailey's Bridge
When:  SATURDAY, August 31st (the weekend before Labor Day - any weather reschedule will be announced later)
Host: Triple Creek Marina
LEAD SPONSOR:  SPONSOR & PUT YOUR BUSINESS HERE!
Sponsors:  The Patio at Smith Lake,... and welcoming more sponsors!  
​CONTACT:  Ty Kilpatrick @ 205-544-0030 with any questions.
DONATIONS:  
​PAYPAL:  [email protected]
VENMO:  TCM2019
RAFFLE:  $10 tickets for a chance to win 3 prizes valued at over $600
What:  Fireworks only
​Where:  ON WATER - The Patio at Smith Lake on Rock Creek near Bailey’s Bridge
Info:  See the flyer when provide​​​​​​d