SUMMARY: Mississippi’s 2025 Fourth of July celebrations promise vibrant, family-friendly fireworks across the state. Coastal towns include Biloxi’s Big Fireworks Show on July 4, Gulfport’s beachside display on July 5, and Ocean Springs’ festivities on July 3. In Central Mississippi, Jackson hosts the Pepsi Pops Fireworks on July 3, Brandon’s patriotic festival is on July 4, and Flowood’s Red, White & Blues Festival kicks off on June 28. Northern Mississippi features Oxford’s Freedom Fest and Tupelo’s All-American Celebration both on July 4. Delta and Western Mississippi, along with South Mississippi & Pine Belt, offer riverfront and park fireworks from July 3-4. Celebrate with light and Southern charm!

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SUMMARY: Celebrate the nation’s 149th Independence Day on July 4, 2025, with a long weekend of food, fun, and fireworks. Many families enjoy relaxing with games and gatherings by pools or lakes. For more excitement, North Mississippi offers several events, mostly free, including live music, kids’ activities, food vendors, and impressive fireworks shows. Highlights include Tupelo’s Picnic in the Park, Columbus’s Fireworks on the Water, Pontotoc’s parade and celebration, Saltillo’s Party in the Park, Oxford’s Children’s Parade and fireworks, and Olive Branch’s Light the Way Festival. Celebrate safely and honor the holiday’s meaning by sharing it with your family.

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SUMMARY: Independence Day in Mississippi is a cherished celebration of freedom, community, and Southern traditions. Across the state—from the Delta to the Gulf Coast—residents enjoy small-town parades featuring homemade floats and marching bands. Fireworks light up the skies over coastal towns like Biloxi and quiet lake communities. Food plays a central role, with cookouts serving smoked ribs, pulled pork, fried catfish, and classic desserts. Live music festivals bring neighbors together for dancing under the stars, while family reunions and church gatherings foster fellowship and storytelling. For Mississippians, the Fourth is about honoring history and shared values.

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