Independence Day festivities are rapidly approaching for several area communities. 

Leighton will hold their annual Fourth of July celebration Friday, with activities beginning at 5 pm. Among the festivities are food, games, a parade, and adult softball, before the fireworks show concludes the event at 10 pm. 

The city of Bussey will hold their events over two days on Wednesday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 4th. Kicking off the festivities at Bussey City Park on July 3rd is the Fire Department Supper at 4:30 pm. All other events on Wednesday begin at 5 pm, including bingo, carnival rides and Neva Alden performing live music. Thursday’s events begin with the Bussey Methodist Church Breakfast from 7-9 am. The Fourth of July Parade starts at 10 am, and Bussey’s 2024 Prince and Princess will be crowned at 6 pm. The fireworks show concludes the two-day event at 10 pm. Other events on July 4th, include, two performances on the stage at Bussey City Park, carnival rides, and the Bussey Library Book Sale and Silent Action.

Pleasantville, Norwalk, and Milo will hold their celebrations on Thursday, July 4th. Pleasantville’s Spectacular Fireworks Display will take place at the Sports Complex from 7-10 pm. Norwalk’s celebration will feature a parade at 10 am and fireworks at dusk. Milo’s event will be held at Milo City Park, with festivities such as an FFA breakfast, parades, live music, fireworks, and more taking place from 7 am to 9:45 pm.

The KNIA/KRLS Big Red Radio and Lil’ Big Red Radio will be participating in area parades and festivities. Patriotic music will air this Friday, on July 3rd, and July 4th from 9 to 11 p.m. on KNIA/KRLS. 

Find a full schedule of Independence Day activities for area cities below.