City of Dayton Lights in Flight Festival & Fireworks

The City of Dayton invites residents and visitors to join in the America 250 celebration on Friday, July 3, for a day filled with family-friendly activities: a downtown Dayton parade and afternoon street fair, followed by the annual Lights in Flight fireworks display. Timeline for the day 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Street Fair at and around RiverScape MetroPark featuring food vendors, games, kids zone, and more 12 p.m. - Dayton’s America 250 parade (starts at St. Clair Street/East Second Street, ends at Monument Avenue/North Jefferson Street) 10 p.m. - Lights in Flight fireworks launched from Kettering Field Kettering Field is currently undergoing construction of new and improved outdoor sports facilities and will be closed to the public and vehicle parking, but the fireworks will be visible from surrounding areas. Fireworks viewers are encouraged to plan parking and viewing locations in advance. Watch for updates including street closures and other important information.