How to Spend the 4th of July in Indiana

In the Hoosier State, you can celebrate the 4th of July in many ways. Below is a list of ways to get you started in celebrating Independence Day in Indiana.

Things You'll Need

• Food for a party or to take to a party
• Transportation
• Party favors
• Fireworks

Instructions

1. Take the kids to a Indiana local county fair for a day of fun, family and rides!

2. Go to your Indiana hometown's 4th of July Parade.

3. Go to a friend's 4th of July party.

4. Plan a party of your own-invite friends over to your home for a barbecue and have some fun.

5. Go to the local fireworks display or let off your own in the evening.

Tips & Warnings

• Enjoy yourself, but be safe during your celebrations.

• If you are drinking at a party, designate a driver that will stay sober so you can all get home safely. If you don't have a designated driver, call a taxi cab.

• If you are serving alcohol at your 4th of July party in Indiana, make sure you don't let your friends drive home drunk.

• Watch yourself for signs of dehydration-don't forget to drink some water throughout the day and wear a hat to avoid heat or sun stroke.