Star-Spangled Celebration on the River 2026

Once again, the Downtown Hattiesburg Association and the Petal Area Chamber of Commerce are partnering to offer a family-friendly Fourth of July experience. The Star-Spangled Celebration on the River will take place Thursday, July 2, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Hattiesburg’s Chain Park and Petal River Park, complete with a 9 p.m. duel fireworks display over the Leaf River. Presented by Coca-Cola and Forrest Health, the celebration will be family-friendly for residents and visitors of both Hattiesburg and Petal. Live music, activities, a kids zone, and a range of food vendors will be on both sides of the Leaf River. Admission to the event is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit back and enjoy the festivities. Coolers, Pets, glass, tents, and personal fireworks (including sparklers) are not permitted at this event. Parking onsite is limited, but offsite parking with shuttle service will be available. Vendor Registration (Hattiesburg side): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-PL0HZvCi3pz77PAQr1MlQWGR14ypuj3JaWdyjBEQtLK4HQ/viewform?usp=header