250 years of American Freedom

50 Years of Campbellsville patriotic celebrations

8 Days of Fun and Festivities

The best 4^th of July celebration in the State of Kentucky

Freedom Looks Like Home

365 days a year of Hometown charm.

It’s about community, friendly people, family-focused lifestyle and faith-driven values. It’s about folks working hard, playing together and remembering the sacrifices and bravery our forefathers fought for and protected. It’s about the precious freedoms that we are privileged to enjoy. Campbellsville is like being home.

If you’re looking for the perfect place to celebrate this milestone event, what better place to celebrate than at the largest July 4^th celebration in Kentucky. Campbellsville’s 50^th Fourth of July extravaganza promises to be bigger and better than ever with eight days of All-American fun, music, fantastic food and exciting events.

The fun starts on Saturday June 27 at Taylor County Fairgrounds with lots of kid-friendly activities, Triple Crown Wrestling and the always spectacular Murakami Hot Air Balloon Glow.

The fun continues throughout the week with picnics, parades, races, musical performances, car and tractor shows, and a full day of patriotic fun. And the grand finale… one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in the state of Kentucky.

“Freedom Looks Like Home” Fourth of July Celebration Schedule 2026

• Fun runs and a 10K challenge
• Kid’s Carnival with family-friendly activities and games, petting zoo and hot air balloons
• Free Community Picnic and good old-fashioned Gospel Singing
• Firecracker Games – basketball, cornhole, pickleball and volleyball
• Photo Contest at Campbellsville University
• Campbellsville University Patriotic Concert
• K Country Showdown at Campbellsville University
• 250 Golf Scramble
• Children’s parade and tractor pull
• Exciting Live Music featuring Dillon Carmichael with Grace Farmer & The Whiskey Shots
• More music – The Warren Project & Midnight Rain
• Car show and antique tractor show
• Smoke on Aviation Air Show
• Fourth of July Parade – patriotic floats, cars, clowns and beauty queens
• Antique Tractor Show and Tractor Pull
• Fireworks Extravaganza – one of the best in Kentucky

There is a reason that families flock to Campbellsville, not just for its All-American Fourth of July celebrations, but year-round for its charming Historic Downtown district, shopping and dining choices and nearby Green River Lake State Park.

In fact, Campbellsville and its businesses and attractions have once again been named finalists for the Best of Kentucky awards. Check out why Kentucky Living Magazine readers have chosen Campbellsville as their preferred lifestyle and recreational destination.

Kentucky Living Magazine Best of Kentucky Awards 2026 finalists:

Event or Festival

• Campbellsville Fourth of July Celebration

Local Radio Host

• Larry Smith WVLC 99.9, Campbellsville

Downtown Shopping District

• Campbellsville Main Street

Camping or RV Spot

• Green River Lake State Park Campbellsville

Water Tourism Spot

• Green River Lake 

Breakfast Place

• Druther’s Restaurant Campbellsville

Barbecue

• Brothers Campbellsville

Coffee Shop

• Harden Coffee Campbellsville

Food Truck

• The 5,000 Campbellsville
• Pappy‘s Campbellsville

As you are making plans to celebrate our country’s freedom, Campbellsville and its All-American patriotic spirit is where “Freedom Looks Like Home”.

Come early, stay for the full All-American Fourth of July experience -- you don’t want to miss a thing.

Book reservations at one of the hotels, vacation homes, cabins and nearby campgrounds. You’ll find an assortment of lodging choices and plenty of delectable places to dine.

If you’re’ thinking about spending the holiday at Green River Lake, Downtown Campbellsville is a very short drive away for food, fun, family entertainment and the best 4^th of July you can find in Kentucky.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is a family-friendly place to stay?

There are many lodging options available including full-service resorts, signature hotels, campgrounds, lakeside condos, rustic cabins and short-term rentals.

Are the 4^th of July events free to attend?

Yes, the celebration events are free to attend. For some events, there is a fee for participating.

Where is Campbellsville?

Conveniently located in Central Kentucky, Campbellsville/Taylor County and the beautiful Green River Lake State Park are a short drive from all directions:

Lexington KY – 83 miles

Louisville KY – 85 miles

Nashville, TN – 134 miles

Cincinnati OH – 163 miles

Indianapolis IN – 200 miles

Put yourself in the middle of everything you love about Kentucky!

Campbellsville in Kentucky