The City of Derby, Kansas has announced its plans for a fun 4th of July fireworks show and a day full of fun activities with a firecracker race, Independence Day parade, Rock River Rapids waterpark, and more.
I highly recommend putting the 4th of July parade on your schedule this year. It’s a great way to kick off the holiday. From festive floats and marching bands to waving flags and smiling faces, there’s something special about a parade that brings the whole community together. Everyone loves a FREE parade, and this one is sure to deliver all the fun and feel-good moments that make Independence Day so memorable.
Derby Fireworks in the Park
Bring a blanket and lawn chair to enjoy this FREE family evening in High Park. The Fireworks in the Park event will be held on July 4 starting at 6 p.m. They’ll have food trucks so you can enjoy dinner together before the big show.
Personal fireworks are not allowed during the event, so leave your sparklers and other items at home. The official Derby fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:40 p.m.
ADA parking will be available at the Darrell Zimmerman Family Shelter parking lot.
Independence Day Activities in Derby, KS:
44th Annual Firecracker Race | July 4 | 4-mile at 7:30 a.m./1-mile at 8:30 a.m.
High Park, 2801 E. James St.
Register now
Join the Derby Running Club for its 44th annual Derby Firecracker Race on the 4th of July! Pick between a certified 4-mile course or a fast certified 1-mile course. Enjoy a looped course that begins and ends in Derby’s High Park. Cash awards to the fastest male and female runners in each race as well as age group awards.
Independence Day Parade | July 4 at 10 a.m.
Sponsored by the Derby VFW Post 7253.
To enter the parade, visit www.vfw7253.org.
2025 Route: The parade begins at the Powerhouse parking lot on Georgie (just north of Market St.), proceeds north on Georgie to Madison, east on Madison to the Derby Middle School parking lot (just east of Woodlawn). The route is different due to road construction taking place on Market St.
Questions? Call the Derby VFW Post 7253 at 789-8244 or email cmd@vfw7253.org
Derby Historical Museum Open | July 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Woodlawn and Market
Stop by and visit the Museum after the parade. Admission is free. Please park at the Hubbard Arts Center or tennis court parking lots due to road construction on Market St. Admission is free, donations are welcome.
Fire Station 81 Open House | July 4, 10:30 a.m. to noon
715 E. Madison Ave.
Derby firefighters will have fire trucks on display along with the Fire Safety House following the parade.
Rock River Rapids Open
12:30 to 5 p.m. (closes early due to the holiday)
Visit the website.
Fireworks in the Park | July 4 at 6 p.m. (Fireworks begin at approx. 9:40 p.m.)
High Park, 2801 E. James St.
Bring a blanket and lawn chair and enjoy a fun evening in Derby at High Park.
- Food trucks: Black Sheep Kettle Corn, Bongo Fruit Smoothies, DZ Ice Cream, El Gusto, Kona Ice, Rice’n Tings, Rockin’ Ricos, Snack Shack and Us, Taters N Toppings, and Tickled Pink.
- ADA parking will be available at the Darrell Zimmerman Family Shelter parking lot.
- No personal fireworks or alcohol allowed in the park.
- Questions? Call Public Works at 788-0301 or email info@derbyweb.com.
Visit our Full List of 4th of July Fireworks in and around Wichita.
