Oxford marks July 4 with a children's parade on the Square in the morning and fireworks at mTrade Park at night. 2027 times will be posted here when set.

Last checked Oct. 12, 2026. This page is updated each year. The 2027 schedule has not been announced; the details below describe how Oxford celebrates, from Visit Oxford’s Fourth of July page. Visit Oxford: 662-232-2477.

Oxford celebrates Independence Day in two parts: a children’s parade honoring veterans on the Square on the morning of July 4, and an evening fireworks show at mTrade Park, the city’s youth sports complex on Old Sardis Road. In 2027, July 4 falls on a Sunday. We will add times, parking and road closures here as soon as they are published.

Plan ahead

  • Visit Oxford (tourism office): 662-232-2477, Fourth of July page
  • City Hall: 662-236-1310
  • Fireworks site: mTrade Park, 4259 Old Sardis Road
  • Police (non-emergency): 662-232-2400

The morning parade

Visit Oxford describes the Fourth of July Children’s Parade as a community parade honoring veterans on the Oxford Square on the morning of July 4. Families decorate wagons, bicycles, scooters and more. Watch the city and Visit Oxford for sign-up details and the start time each June.

Fireworks at mTrade Park

The fireworks show is at mTrade Park, 4259 Old Sardis Road, a 75-plus-acre complex of ball fields and soccer fields east of town. Visit Oxford suggests bringing “Grove chairs” or blankets. The park has a walking track of just over a mile around the fields, according to the Oxford Park Commission.

Fireworks rules at home

Before setting off your own fireworks, check the Oxford Code of Ordinances or call City Hall at 662-236-1310; rules inside the city limits can differ from those in the county.

City services around the holiday

  • Trash: in 2026, Independence Day fell on a Saturday and city offices were closed with no collection, the city’s holiday schedule said. See our trash pickup guide for the current year.
  • Schools: the Oxford School District closed all schools and offices for the Independence Day holiday on July 3, 2026.

What this means for you

  • Morning: the children’s parade on the Square.
  • Night: fireworks at mTrade Park; bring a chair or blanket.
  • Check back in June for 2027 times and parking.

Related: things to do this month and parks and trails.

Frequently asked questions

Where are the Fourth of July fireworks in Oxford, Mississippi?

At mTrade Park, Oxford’s youth sports complex at 4259 Old Sardis Road, according to Visit Oxford. Bring chairs or blankets.

Is there a Fourth of July parade in Oxford?

Yes. A children’s parade honoring veterans goes around the Square on the morning of July 4. Families decorate wagons, bikes and scooters.

When will the 2027 Oxford fireworks times be announced?

Times for 2027 have not been announced. This page is updated each year when the city and Visit Oxford publish the schedule, usually ahead of the holiday.

Is trash picked up on the Fourth of July in Oxford?

In 2026 the city’s Environmental Services offices were closed with no collection on Saturday, July 4. Check the city’s holiday schedule each year.