And when the fireworks are the biggest show west of the Mississippi River, you really don’t want to miss out on the 32nd Annual Melaleuca Freedom Celebration. This Idaho Falls spectacle will dazzle spectators of all ages the ground-shaking and adrenaline-filled fireworks display. It’s an absolute must-do in the Yellowstone Teton Territory.

“This show rivals the pyrotechnic giants of Boston, Washington D.C, and Philadelphia, as measured by the sheer number of shells in the air,” said Heather Gobet, a fourth-generation pyrotechnician charged with firing the show.

For Melaleuca Executive Chairman Frank VanderSloot, pyrotechnics have been a passion since his boyhood in northern Idaho. Launching state-of-the-art shells, this dazzling pyrotechnic display is perfectly synchronized to inspiring music and patriotic messages broadcast live on KLCE 97.3 FM.

The Melaleuca Freedom Celebration begins at 9 am with Idaho Falls Independence Day Parade and East Idaho News helicopter rides. Follow that with a stop at Idaho Falls Community Hospital Riverfest and take the kids on helicopter rides and to check out the antique tractor and car display. Mechanical bulls, live music, plenty of food and lots of local vendors round out the day for a full holiday itinerary.

Snake River Landing, which has over 70 acres is the perfect spot to pop a squat and take in the sunshine.  Events last from 11 am until the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration fireworks show begins shortly after 10 pm. National Anthem is scheduled for 7:30pm.

Estimates indicate that Idaho Falls more than doubles in size as when it’s time to celebrate the nation’s holiday, don’t get left out of the fun without a reservation.  Be sure to check out the Yellowstone Teton Territory lodging listing to see the many options for staying along the greenbelt as you celebrate the Nation’s birthday.  If you do decide to drive instead of bike, be sure to check out the parking options and road closures at lhttps://www.freedomcelebration.com/parking/​

Fourth of July festivities abound in the Yellowstone Teton Territory with the  Victor Fourth of July parade→, Driggs fireworks display, Lakeside Lodge’s→ display in Island Park, Ashton’s→ Independence Day Celebration and Grand Targhee’s Wildflower→ Run July 5-6.