2024 SCHEDULE
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6:00PM to 10:00PM
City Carnival
City ParkHead over to the carnival where we have rides and thrill levels for all ages. From the ferris wheel and tilt-a-whirl, to your favorite carnival games and snacks, our carnival has something for everyone. And who knows; you might just walk away with a prize!
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6:00PM to 10:00PM
Dunk Tank
City ParkCome dunk your favorite coach, city official or co-worker. Proceeds to benefit Wamego Fire Department and Auxiliary.
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9:00AM to 3:30PM
Walter P. Chrysler Car Show
City ParkCome to City Park for the 48th Annual Walter P. Chrysler Car Show.
Contact Verne Claussen (785) 456-4179 for registration information.
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9:00AM to 3:30PM
Antique Tractor Show
Ball DiamondsStop by the 37th Annual Kaw Valley Antique Engine, Truck and Tractor Club Show to see dozens of unique farm equipment from all over the U.S.
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1:00PM to 9:00PM
Lincoln Ave. Food Court
Bittmann Mercantile Parking LotFood Court will be open from 1-9 pm in the Methodist Church lot, in the Bittmann Mercantile parking lot.
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1:00PM to 3:00PM
Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Watermelon Feed
Wamego City Park ShelterMt. Calvary Lutheran Church will be hosting a free Watermelon Feed at the City Park Shelter on the 4th of July. All are welcome!
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3:00PM to 10:00PM
Carnival
City ParkHead over to the carnival where there are rides, thrills and fun for all ages. From the ferris wheel and tilt-a-whirl, to your favorite carnival games and food on the midway, the carnival has something for everyone. And who knows, you might just walk away with a prize! Wristband price is $25.
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3:00PM to 3:30PM
"BOOMTOWN -Behind the Fence"
The Columbian TheatreWe had 6 cameras inside the fence during the 2018 Fireworks show to document the show from the Pyro Crew point of view. You've never seen the show like this. Don't miss your chance to see last year's show from "Behind the Fence" 3:00 pm. Enjoy a cocktail from the "Drama Club Bar" at The Columbian" from 12-7:30 pm. Stroll through the theatre and discover its 1893 Chicago World’s Fair artifacts and enjoy art by local artists in the Swogger Gallery.
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4:00PM to 9:00PM
GREEN Parking Shuttle Begins Running
Wamego Middle SchoolThe Shuttle is free and open to the public to and from the Wamego Recreation Complex from 4-9 p.m. and will provide return service after the fireworks show. Shuttles will make stops at the top of the parade route from 4:00 to 6:00pm for those wishing to attend the Parade. This drop-off location is NOT a pick-up location. Pick-up locations are at the recreation complex only.
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4:00PM to 9:00PM
RED Parking Shuttle Begins Running
Wamego High School Football FieldThe Shuttle is free and open to the public to and from the Wamego Recreation Complex from 4-9 p.m. and will provide return service after the fireworks show. Shuttles will make stops at the top of the parade route from 4 to 6:00pm for those wishing to attend the Parade. This drop-off location is NOT a pick-up location. Pick-up locations are at the recreation complex only.
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6:00PM to 7:00PM
Parade
Main StreetJoin us on main street (Lincoln Ave from 8th to 4th street) for the 151st annual Wamego Independence Day Parade. This year's Theme is Freedom Still Rings. Shuttles will make drops between 3 pm and 7 pm at the parade route to allow shuttle passengers to get off for the parade. This will not be a pick up spot a drop only.
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10:00PM to 10:35PM
Fireworks
Rec ComplexCheck out the #1 ranked fireworks show in Kansas! Learn all of the details about this one-of-a-kind experience, and also make sure you listen to the live broadcast during the show on B104.7.