2018 SCHEDULE

Head 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!

Come dunk your favorite coach, city official or co-worker. Proceeds to benefit Wamego Fire Department and Auxiliary.

Stop by the 32nd Annual Kaw Valley Antique Engine, Truck and Tractor Club Show to see dozens of unique farm equipment from all over the U.S.

Come to City Park for the 43rd Annual Walter P. Chrysler Car Show.

Contact Verne Claussen (785) 456-4179 for registration information.

Stop by the Wamego Historical Society Ice Cream and Cake Social for a sweet treat in City Park. Ice cream churned by an antique John Deere water cooled engine.

Head over to the First United Methodist Church for pork sandwiches, brats, hotdogs and homemade pie.  For more than 30 years this tradition has been a local favorite nobody wants to miss!

"Backstage Beer & Wine Garden at The Columbian" - enjoy a nice cold beer or a glass of wine from 12- 6 pm.  

Watch the documentary, BOOMTOWN USA.  Gain insight into how the Wamego Fireworks spectacular show is put together. Two shows: 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Enjoy a cocktail from the "Backstage Beer & Wine Garden at The Columbian"  from 12-6 pm. Stroll through the theatre and discover its 1893 Chicago World’s Fair artifacts and enjoy art by local artists in the Swogger Gallery.

Hot Wheels available on site for purchase. All ages welcome.

Watch the documentary, BOOMTOWN USA.  Gain insight into how the Wamego Fireworks spectacular show is put together. Two shows: 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Enjoy a cocktail from the Columbian cash bar from 12-6 pm. Stroll through the theatre and discover its 1893 Chicago World’s Fair artifacts and enjoy art by local artists in the Swogger Gallery.

Cool off inside the First United Methodist Church while listening to the amazing Patriotic Vocal Concert. Free will donation to Wounded Warriors of Fort Riley appreciated.

Head 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!

The 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. 

The 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. 

Food Court will be open from 4-9 pm in the 500 block of Lincoln, in the Bittmann Mercantile parking lot.

Food Vendor Application

Once again we will hold a bicycle parade on July 4th at 5:00 pm.  Please meet at Wall Street.  This is the alley road that runs East and West in the 400 block of LIncoln between Kaw Valley Exterminators and Rock Hill Real Estate.  There will be a parade leader take you North to 6th on Lincoln and return to Wall Street.  Please decorate your bikes with  4th of July decor.  Our theme this year is "Sweet Land of Liberty."  Have fun!

Join us on main street (Lincoln Ave from 4th to 8th streets) for the 147th annual Wamego Independence Day Parade. Shuttles will make stops between 4 pm and 7 pm at the parade route to allow shuttle passenger to get off for the parade.  This will not be a pick up spot a drop only.

2018 Parade Entry Form

New this year, the band, Departure ~ who will entertain both before AND after the best fireworks show in the world! Our new featured band is playing in place of our beloved Ft. Riley 1st Infantry Division Band who are serving another mission this year. Thanks, Departure! We can’t wait to groove to the 70’s, 80’s and great music while we Celebrate Freedom in Wamego.

Check 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.

Avoid the traffic. Check out the post-show entertainment provided by the classic rock band DEPARTURE.