Stone Gables Estate's 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks Extravaganza

Celebrate Independence Day with an unforgettable evening at Stone Gables Estate’s 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Extravaganza at the Historic Star Barn and Ironstone Ranch in Elizabethtown, PA. This family-friendly July 4 event offers acres of festive fun, including live entertainment, artisan vendors, food trucks, yard games, a petting zoo, campfires, and self-guided tours of two of Lancaster County’s most unique historic venues. Guests can also purchase extras like train rides on the Harrisburg, Lancaster, & Lincoln Railroad, pony rides, food and drinks, and handmade goods from local makers.

The celebration begins when gates open at 3 PM on July 4, 2026, with activities running throughout the afternoon and evening before a spectacular 9 PM fireworks show by Bixler Pyrotechnics.

Whether you’re coming for the family activities, the scenic setting, the local vendors, or the fireworks finale, this event offers a memorable way to spend the holiday in Lancaster County. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, dress for the weather, and get ready for a full day of summer fun at one of the area’s most distinctive Fourth of July events.