Celebration In the Heartland

When
Sunday, July 5, 2026 | 6:00 - 10:30pm

Enjoy one of the largest fireworks show in the state with food trucks, vendors, and activities throughout the day. Fireworks will begin around 9:45 pm. There is no cost to enter the park.

Celebration In the Heartland

4th of July Event @ Buck Thomas Park (1903 NE 12th St.)

Enjoy one of the largest fireworks show in the state with food trucks, vendors, and activities throughout the day. Fireworks will begin around 9:45 pm. There is no cost to enter the park.

Live Music
5:00-7:00 pm - Kentucky Daisy
7:30-9:45 pm - The Coveralls

Food Trucks: ConeHeads, Newmans BBQ, Cutie Pies Concession, Some Like It Tot, Kettle PopStars, Whoopie Wagon, Psycho Taco, Chef Rays Street Eats and More, Worth Tha W8, The Cajun Crab, City Ice (trucks are subject to change)

Breweries: Anthem Brewery & The Big Friendly

Wineries: Wild Horse Canyon Farms Winery & Canadian River Winery

GameTime Inflatables: Will accept: Cash; CashApp: $elowery64; Venmo
Inflatables :
Mechanical Bull - $6 for 2 tries
Rockwall - $6 for 2 tries
Toxic Combo - $3 for 2 minutes
Toxic Rush Slide - $3 for 2 slides
Leaps & Bounds - $3 for 2 tries
30’ Obstacle Course - $3 for 2 times thru
Radical Run ABC Obstacle - $3 for 1 time thru
Wristbands (All Day) - $20 - does not include the Mechanical Bull

Helicopter Rides - $50.00 per person

Dunk Tank - Free

Train Ride - Free

Children's Tent by Moore Public Library - Free Activities
Kids Zone with lawn games

Vendor crafts and small business sales throughout the park

Q. How do I get to Buck Thomas Park?

A.  Buck Thomas Park is located just east of the intersection of 12th & Eastern Avenue in Moore. If traveling on I-35, please take the 12th Street exit in Moore and travel east approximately 1¾ mile. The park is located adjacent to a large water tower just off of 12th Street.
 
Q. Where do I park when attending an event?

A. There is parking throughout the park. This is the largest event in Moore each year and parking is very limited. It is likely you will have to park off-site. Please use good judgment when doing so and obey all public parking ordinances and rules.
 Q. Is there ADA parking?

A. There is ADA parking in the park. However, due to the large number of people attending the event, there is no guarantee that spaces will be available.

Q. Do I need to buy tickets to attend the event?

A. Tickets are not required to enter the park.  There will be vendors at the park selling items and food.

Q. Can I bring food into Buck Thomas Park?

A.  You can but there are great food vendors in the park as well.
 Q. May event attendees grill in the park?

A. It is permissible unless there is a State declared fire ban.  We kindly ask that cookouts be kept in the northern end of the park. There is a designated “Picnic Area” with lots of mature trees for shade.

Q. What security procedures are in place to ensure guest safety?

A. Police are patrolling the area on motorcycles and on foot. There are also firefighters and ambulance personnel on-site for medical emergencies.

Q. What concessions are available?

A. There are several concessionaires which vary in size. Available food will include: 

Food Trucks:  Some Like it Tot, Psycho Taco, Coneheads, Carnival Eats & Treats, Newmans Firehouse BBQ, Cutie Pies Concession, Chef Rays Street Eats & More, Gettin' Smash'D, UpTown Scoops, Bubbli Pop, and City Ice 

Breweries:  Anthem and the Big Friendly 

Wineries:  Native Spirit, WildHorse Canyon Winery 

Q. Are pets allowed in the park?

A. No. For the safety of event attendees, vendors, and staff, pets are not allowed in the park. This applies even if they are on leashes. This is per City ordinance.

Q. On what day is the event going to be held on this year?

A. Our festivities will be on Saturday, July 4th from 2 pm-10 pm.

Q. What happens if it rains or the wind is too high?

A. Should there be weather conditions that cause all or part of the event to be postponed or cancelled, the City of Moore will make every effort to reschedule for the next day.   In the event of postponements or cancellations, all local media outlets will be notified as soon as a decision is made. Please check www.cityofmoore.com as well for current information.

Q. When will the fireworks take place?

A. The fireworks will only occur on the evening of July 4th at dark (approximately 9:45 pm).

Happy Tails Dog Park Closed 

Buck Thomas Park Closed 

Permitted Items:
- Chairs
- Service Animals Only (no other dogs allowed)
Per Municipal Code - Ordinance Sec. 11-116
- Umbrellas
- Coolers*
- Strollers
* Coolers and bags may be searched by event security

Prohibited Items:
- Alcoholic beverages unless provided by an on-site approved city vendor
- Glass containers of any kind
- Drug Paraphernalia / Weapons
- Pets (Dogs are not allowed in the park for this event.)
Per Municipal Code - Ordinance Sec. 11-116
- Fireworks
- Smoking or vaping

*For Event Information and Updates please follow the link:
https://www.cityofmoore.com/upcom.../celebration-heartland-2