Jackson will host multiple events throughout the Fourth of July weekend in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

The celebration will begin Friday, July 3, with the “Decades of America: 1776–2026” parade stepping off at 5 p.m. in uptown Jackson. At 7 p.m. Friday, there will be a showing of “Cars” (2006) at the bandshell in Jackson City Park.

The festivities continue Saturday, July 4, with "Party in the Park," featuring a car show, live music, vendors, bounce houses, water slides, obstacle courses, and a giant community coloring poster.

• Independence Day 5K run/walk, 1-mile fun run will begin at 7:04 a.m. Registration deadline for race is 11 p.m. on July 2. To register visit, Mercy Southeast Health point 5k Run / Walk and one-mile fun run.
• Annual Mud Volleyball Tournament will be held at Jackson City Park, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Register online at Catalog - Jackson, MO
• The day concludes with a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. over Rotary Lake.

The weekend’s events wrap up with an ice cream social and community worship service starting at 5 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at the bandshell.