Join us for a week-long celebration from June 27th to July 4th as Big Stone Gap decks out in red, white, and blue to honor our nation’s independence! Enjoy live music, delicious food from SW Virginia vendors, games, inflatables, races, contests, and more-culminating in our spectacular 4th of July Parade and a massive outdoor concert at Bullitt Park, ending with one of the region’s most dazzling fireworks displays!

Schedule of events

June 27,2025

Independence Extravaganza Kickoff Botch Boys Block Party featuring Rock and Rap

Get ready, Big Stone Gap - the Independence Extravaganza Kickoff Party is coming in hot! Join us for the Botch Boys Block Party on Thursday, June 27th from 5PM to 10PM for a night packed with Rock and Rap, good vibes, and epic summer fun!

June 28,2025

Hawaiian Luau Block Party at the Visitor Center - 5 PM–11 PM
Don your best Hawaiian attire and enjoy DJ JP’s rooftop beats, a giant sandbox, snow cones, food trucks, music, cornhole, games, contests, and prizes!

Pickleball Tournament Sponsored by 404 Cafe and Creamery
Show off your skills and compete for glory!

June 29,2025

Far Fetched PetQuarters Annual Pet Show/Contest at Miners Park Stage
Bring your beloved pet-whether they walk, fly, crawl, or swim-to compete for amazing prizes and trophies!

July 1,2025

Country Kitchen Annual Dessert Baking and Hotdog Eating Contest
Indulge your sweet tooth or test your appetite in these delicious competitions!

Country Kitchen Annual Hotdog Eating Contest
Do you think you can eat the most hotdogs in 5 minutes Children and Adult competition with cash prizes
3 ON 3 Basketball Tournament at Bullitt Park 
Grab a team and play for cash prizes! 

DJ Night and Cornhole Tournament at the Visitor Center
Enjoy music and friendly competition under the stars!

July 2,2025

Gospel Night in Miners Park - 7 PM

Experience an uplifting evening of gospel music in the heart of town.

July 3,2025

Let Freedom Sing Karaoke Contest at Miners Park - 5 PM
Hosted by The Yeti, CTM Entertainment, and Brandon Maggard Music. Sing your heart out for cash prizes and gift bags! Sign up at the Visitor Center or on the day of the event at Miners Park.

July 4,2025

Gap Partnership Pancake and Mimosa Breakfast at the Visitor Center - 8 AM–11 AM
Start Independence Day with a delicious breakfast!

4th of July Freedom 5K at the Visitor Center - 9 AM
Day-of registration begins at 8 AM. Get your run in before the festivities!

4th of July Parade through Wood Ave - 4 PM
Celebrate with the community in our patriotic parade!

Independence Day Celebration at Bullitt Park - 4 PM–11 PM
$5 entry fee; kids 12 and under free. Enjoy food trucks, inflatables, a cornhole tournament, wine/beer garden, and live music starting at 4 PM with Scratch River, followed by Kennedy Faith, leading up to Those Guys! Hosted by DJ Jahmal Potter. The night concludes with one of the best fireworks displays in SW Virginia at dusk!

Date :June 27-July 4,2025

Location :Various Venue in Big Stone Gap ,VA

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