City of Gardner Independence Day Festival

Country music fans are in for a special treat at this year’s celebration, featuring two well-known artists in the industry - Josh Ross and Karley Scott Collins.
Other musical guests include returning fan-favorite Big Time Grain Company, featuring lead vocalist Dylan Gerard from season 13 of The Voice. In addition to the concert, attendees can enjoy various food vendors and activities, with a fireworks show culminating the evening.
This event is free and open to all ages. To help manage overflow parking, the city will provide a shuttle service from Gardner-Edgerton High School, located at 425 N. Waverly Road, and will designate traffic routes (including ADA accessibility).
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**No personal fireworks, pets, grills or pop-up tents of any kind will be permitted at the park.**
Date Saturday, July 4, 2026
Festivities begin at 5:00pm
10:00pm - Fireworks Show
Fee FREE and open to all ages!
Food Several food trucks will be on-site to purchase food,
drink & treats.
Event Timeline:
5:00 p.m. – Gates open - games, inflatables & activities will be available until 8:00 p.m.
5:15 - 6:15 p.m. – Big Time Grain Co., featuring lead vocalist Dylan Gerard from The Voice
6:15 - 7:00 p.m. – National Anthem and Special Speakers
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. – Karley Scott Collins
8:30 - 10:00 p.m. – Josh Ross
10:00 p.m. – Fireworks!
*In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons requiring accommodations in attending any City events should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (913) 856-0939 a minimum of one week before the event or fill out the online form at www.gardnerkansas.gov/services/accessibility.php.