Centreville Freedom Festival

The Centreville Freedom Festival is a premier multi-day celebration in Centerville, Utah, culminating in a patriotic extravaganza for America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Held primarily at Community Park, the festival features a packed schedule of community-focused events including a Parade on Main, a 5K Freedom Run, and a vibrant Party in the Park. The festivities conclude with a grand fireworks display on the evening of Saturday, July 4th.

Festival Highlights

  • Kickoff Events: Begins with a Kid's Market on June 30th and Founders Family Fun Night on July 3rd.

  • Independence Day Staples: A full day of activities on July 4th, including an Art & Quilt Show and a Children's Parade.

  • Community Involvement: The city offers opportunities for Volunteer Signups and Vendor Registrations for local food trucks and businesses.

Monday, June 30th at Community Park (1350 N 400 W)

  • 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
  • Register online starting April 30th via: kidsmarkets.com

Children proudly represent their startup business. They set up their displays and open for business at Centerville's Community Park (1350 N 400 W)! This is a powerful opportunity for parents to help their kids learn budgeting, cost of goods, business skills, profit, & pricing. The cost to attend is free, so come on out & support these local kids. 

Friday, July 3rd at William R. Smith (Founders) Park (300 N 100 E)

  • 7:00 PM-11:30 PM
  • Local Vendors for Snacks and Treats
  • Presenting of the Colors by Local Scout Troop
  • Singing of the National Anthem by Choral Chior Collective
  • Concert by Andrea Sharp & Timeless Country
  • Screening of "A League of Their Own" to air at 9:15 PM

Contact Person: Haley Turner 801-677-6431 / haley.turner@centervilleutah.gov

Saturday, July 4th 2026 on Centerville's Main Street

  • Race Starts at 7 AM and begins at City Hall (250 N Main St.)
  • Entry fee goes up July 1. 
  • Prizes for first three finishers in each 5K age group who register by 5:00 PM on July 3rd.
  • Register online via:

Contact Person: Steve Thacker 801-660-9718/stevehthacker@gmail.com

Saturday, July 4th on Centerville's Main Street

  • 9:00 AM
  • Begins at the red stake center (1450 N Main St.), ends at Pages Lane.
  • Residents can start putting out chairs and blankets to secure their spots for the parade after 4:00 PM on July 3. 
  • Sign Up to be in the Parade:  Parade Permits

Contact Person: RoJeanne Smith 801-589-7515 / rojosmith109@yahoo.com

Saturday, July 4th at Community Park (1350 N 400 W)

  • Begins at 11 AM SHARP

Decorate your bikes and wagons or just come walk! Begins at 11 AM SHARP at the Community Park and loops around the park ending at the starting line with popsicles and fun activities to be had in the park.

Contact Person: Julie Hoth 801-725-8766 / juliehoth15@gmail.com

Saturday, July 4th at the Red Church Across from the Park (1285 N 400 W)

  • 10 AM-4:00 PM

  • Across the street in the cultural hall at the church 1285 N 400 W.

We have some amazingly talented quilters in our area, get out of the sun and check out what they've pieced together.  Do you have a quilt or art piece to display? - Contact Leslie!

Contact: Leslie Palmer (801) 725-3781

 

Saturday, July 4th at Community Park (1350 N 400 W)

  • 10 AM:  Flag Raising Ceremony

  • 10 AM-9:30 PM: Live Entertainment

    • Local talent will perform on the big stage in the East side of the park. Don't forget to bring a chair with you!  Seating is not provided, it's BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair).

    • Contact: Danny Inkley 801-859-7799

  • 10 AM-4:00 PM: Art & Quilt Show

    • Across the street in the cultural hall at the church 1285 N 400 W. (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM). We have some amazingly talented quilters in our area, get out of the sun and check out what they've pieced together.  Do you have a quilt or art piece to display? - Contact Leslie!

    • Contact: Leslie Palmer 801-725-3781

  • 10 AM - 4:00 PM: Inflatables, Dunk Tank, Mini Train, and Games

    • Contact: Amy Johnston

  • 11 AM: Children's Parade

    • Decorate your bike, scooter, wagon, etc. or just come and walk!

    • Contact: Julie Hoth 801-725-8766 / juliehoth15@gmail.com

  • Food Trucks all day

    • Contact: Julie Summerhays 801-309-9627 / juliesummerhays@gmail.com                 

  • Vendor Booths all day

    • Contact: Sharrisa Kay 541-270-5842 / skay0411@gmail.com

  • 8:30 PM: Concert on the Main Stage

    • Headlining Artist:

  • Dusk: FIREWORKS BLAST!!!

Spread your blankets at Community Park on July 4th only.  Bring a chair or blanket and join us on the evening of July 4th. Seating is not provided, it's BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair).