Heritage & Freedom Fest

On July 3, a carnival will kick off the Heritage & Freedom Fest in O’Fallon, Missouri. Boasting rides, games and traditional foods such as corn dogs, funnel cakes, cotton candy and popcorn, the carnival will delight kids and adults alike.

The Heritage & Freedom Fest prides itself on bringing national recording artists to the St. Louis area for free concerts as well, and this year, Bret Michaels and Mitchell Tenpenny will grace the main stage on July 4 and 5, respectively.

In honor of the nation’s birthday, the festival also includes one of the largest – and most colorful – parades in the region. The patriotic procession will begin at the corner of Main Street and Civic Pride Drive on July 4 at 9:30 a.m.

The days’ festivities will then conclude with the Jena “Dusty” Mielke Fireworks Spectacular, which enthralls spectators of all ages. See the show on July 4 beginning at 9:30 p.m. and July 5 beginning at 10:15 p.m.