Fireworks on the Ohio

Fireworks on the Ohio Presented by Bally's Evansville
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
6 PM - Ruler Foods Kids' Zone & food trucks open I Approx. 9:15 PM - Fireworks Display
Riverside Drive (Court to Cherry Street)
Evansville’s largest public fireworks celebration, Fireworks on the Ohio, is Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Located along Riverside Drive in Downtown Evansville, this event is FREE to attend, thanks to generous sponsors.
Ruler Foods Kids' Zone
Riverside & Main
FREE face painting, inflatables, yard games, & more fun for the entire family!
*Please note, the inflatables will close at 8:30 PM.
Ruler Foods Kids' Zone
Riverside & Main
FREE face painting, inflatables, yard games, & more fun for the entire family!
*Please note, the inflatables will close at 8:30 PM.
FREE Parking
FREE parking is available in the City of Evansville parking garages (3rd & Locust and 500 Sycamore Street) and the Back 40 parking lot behind the Civic Center. Street parking is also available for free parking as posted parking limits are not enforced on holidays.
The fireworks show is 100% underwritten by generous corporate sponsors. Advertise your business in front of 30,000+ attendees. The event is organized by the Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District.
2023 Sponsorship Opportunities
2023 Sponsorship Opportunities
Stars & Stripes Sponsors
Ruler Foods
Visit Evansville
VIP Seating Sponsor
Riverside Capital Management Group Jim Back, CFP ® Financial Advisor & Daniel Schweikhart Financial Advisor
Clark Security
Freedom Sponsors
Baird
Liberty Federal Credit Union
Prairie Farms
In-Kind Sponsors
Data Mail
Mulzer Crushed Stone
Media Sponsor
104.1 WIKY
2022 Event Map

Frequently Asked Questions
What can I bring?
Folding chairs, blankets, small umbrellas, strollers, small personal items & service animals.
What shouldn't I bring?
Personal fireworks, glass containers, illegal substances, pets, skateboards, rollerblades, skates, bicycles, scooters, drones or RC aircrafts, alcohol, coolers, & pets.
How much is admission?
FREE thanks to our sponsors!
What happens if it rains?
The fireworks show may be delayed if there is rain in the forecast, but it will still take place on July 4th.
What Downtown businesses will be open on July 4th?
This information will be updated regularly.
Bally's Evansville - Open 24 Hours
Bargetown Market - Open 10 AM - 4 PM
Insomnia Cookies - Open 11 AM - Midnight
Jimmy Johns - Open 10 AM - 8 PM
Myriad Brewing Company - Open 2-11 PM
Peephole Bar & Grill - Open 4 PM - 3 AM
Tiki on Main - Open 11 AM - 11 PM
Sponsorships
All sponsorship opportunities include on-site public announcements during the event and recognition based on sponsored amount.
On-site advertising and vendor/booth space is available for sponsors who commit $2,500 or more.
Sponsors of $1,000 or more will receive a personalized signage with your company name/logo at the event.
Advertising booths
In addition to sponsorship opportunities a $1,000 booth fee is offered for any company that wishes to have a booth along Riverside Drive to advertise their business. This fee offers advertising/promotional benefits of interacting onsite with event attendees.
This event is organized by the Downtown Evansville Economic Improvement District and 100% funded by corporate sponsors.
For questions regarding sponsorship opportunities please contact: