Fourth of July Events and a Few Fun Facts!

It's almost time to celebrate Independence Day across the United States, the day we declared our independence from Great Britain...America's Birthday! Fourth of July is a fun holiday filled with family BBQ's, fireworks, picnics, fairs and more! Here at Fort Wood Hotels, we love this holiday and today, we would like to share with you some of the Fourth of July events in the Fort Leonard Wood area as well as some fun facts about the Fourth of July!


Salute to 75 with Fireworks 

July 3rd

Lebanon I-44 Speedway 

Just up the interstate from Fort Leonard Wood, the Lebanon I-44 Speedway will have fireworks and Ozark Pro Late Model Series 75 lap special along with racing for Modified, Big 10 Late Model, Street Stock, Hornets, and Phil Harris Legends

Rolla Lions Club Carnival 

July 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th 6:00pm - 12:00am 

The 84th Annual Rolla Lions Club Carnival will be held July 3 - 6, 2019. Fireworks will be on July 4 at 10pm and on July 6 at 11pm.

4th of July Car Show 

July 4th, 2019 3pm - 6pm 

Gammons Field, Hosted by Fort Leonard Wood MWR 

What better way to show your support to our Military on Independence Day than by showcasing your ride for all to enjoy! Categories include cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Top vehicles in every category, plus best in show, will be chosen by our Service men & women and the Fort Leonard Wood community.

Independence Day Celebration 

July 4th, 3pm - 10pm 

Gammons Field, Hosted by Fort Leonard Wood MWR

Join family, friends and Service Members from all branches to celebrate our Nation's 243rd birthday as we gather to enjoy this exciting red, white and blue extravaganza.

The celebration includes a car show, games, activities, Salute to the Union, and live entertainment by Jerrod Niemann and Red Sun Rising. Red Sun Rising will perform at 6:30 p.m. and Jerrod Niemann will perform at 8:15 p.m.

The grand finale, the area's largest fireworks display, will follow the concert and light up the sky with a blaze of glory.

Free and open to the public. Event is festival seating, please bring your own lawn chairs. For the safety of our Service Members and Families - no coolers, pets, or fireworks allowed on the venue.

Richland Parks Independence Day Celebration 

July 13th 5pm - 10pm 

Shady Dell Park 

Head over to Shady Dell Park in Richland, Mo for their annual firework display in the park. This is the best firework show around and a wonderful time for the family. Come out early for live music and delicious food to get your spot early in the park. 


Fun Facts About 4th of July 

Fireworks, BBQ's, and Picnics are well known for the 4th of July but you may not know some of there are a lot of things many people don't know about the Fourth. Check out some fun facts below! 
  • John Hancock was the only person who actually signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776 - others signed later. 
  • The White House had its first 4th of July party in 1801 
  • Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be named the national bird but was overruled by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.
  • In 1776, only 2.5 million people were living in the United States. Now the US population is over 329 million people.  
  • BBQ's are popular on Independence Day and America consumers approximately 150 million hotdogs. 
  • Every 4th of July, the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is tapped  - not rung, thirteen times in honor of the thirteen original colonies.  

Book Your Stay with Fort Wood Hotels 

If you're planning to be in the Fort Leonard Wood Area for the 4th of July, be sure to book your hotel in St. Robert, Mo at one of our six hotel locations! Fort Wood Hotels has been serving guests and communities in and around the Fort Leonard Wood Missouri area since 1999. We are absolutely committed to ensuring that your stay is as special as the reason you are here. From all of us at Fort Wood Hotels, we hope you have a great time celebrating Independence Day with your family and friends this year! 

Staying for a day...a week...or a month?  We've got you covered!



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