Central PA Fourth Fest 2026

Central PA 4th Fest has always been powered by the strength and support of our community—and this year, we’re making some important changes.

For 2026, the celebration will be more intimate and centered entirely at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, with festivities beginning at 4:00 PM. The Firecracker 4K will still kick off the day, and the parade will continue under separate coordination.

This shift comes as we navigate reduced funding and volunteer availability. Rather than scale beyond what’s sustainable, we’ve chosen to focus on creating a meaningful, high-quality experience in a single location.

We’re hopeful this year marks a new chapter—one that allows us to rebuild, re-engage, and come back even stronger in the years ahead.