Stars and Stripes Forever: 13 Days Celebration for America 250 Iron County
13-day celebration for America's 250th anniversary in Iron County.
- 🗓 Sunday, July 5, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- 📍 Various venues in Cedar City, 1419 West 3000 North, Cedar City, UT · Directions
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Stars and Stripes Forever: 13 Days Celebration for America 250. Everyone is invited to join the celebration at the Beverley Center Street Fest, the Utah Symphony Concert, the Utah Summer Games, and more. June 26 - Beverley Center for the Arts Anniversary Celebration - starting at 1:00 PM. Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Southern Utah Museum of Art and the 65th Anniversary of the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Includes art activities, vendors, and food. June 27 - Summer Jam with Uncle Sam - Outdoor dance sponsored by the Cedar City Youth Council. Time and location TBA June 28 - Let Freedom Shine Illuminate Iron County - Red, White, and Blue lights and decor on municipal, county, commercial buildings & private homes. June 29 - Freedom Found: America 250 County Challenge”- 250 things to do in Iron County Digital Pass launch. Participate in activities and events, check in to earn points towards prizes. Sponsored by Visit Cedar City-Brian Head June 30 - Echoes of Freedom Speakers Corner at the Cedar City Mayor’s Square (corner of Center and Main). Community members throughout the day will recite important American documents, including the Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, etc. America 250 Playlist Lecture- Part One. Time and location TBA July 1 - Legacy of Liberty Time Capsule Placement. Noon at Cedar City Main Street Park America 250 Playlist Lecture- Part Two Time and location TBA July 2 - Red, White, and Reel Fun Family Movie Night. Time and location TBA July 3 - A Sacred Celebration of America 250 - CIFA Patriotic Program & Ice Cream Social. Christ the King Catholic Church at 7 PM July 4 - America’s Birthday - Extravaganza of Activities, all day throughout Iron County, with fireworks in most communities. Parades, Games, Music, Food & Fireworks. Get your 3-D glasses for fireworks at your City Office. Check for community celebrations at visitcedarcity.com July 5 - America’s 250 Potluck: Backyard Birthday Bash. Neighbors will come together to celebrate harvest, harmony, and home. Check with your local religious organization for specific neighborhood potlucks/congregation gatherings. July 6 - Let Freedom Roll: Trail Dedication 250 - Dedication of Fort Cedar Railroad Trail. Time and location TBA July 7 - Making Waves for America - Celebrate America at the Cedar City Aquatic Center, Parowan Pool, and Lake on the Hill. Cost is $2.50 July 8 - Symphony Under the Stars America 250 Concert with the Utah Symphony, Cedar Main Street Park at 8:30 PM. Free. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a magical evening of mu