In celebration of America250, Rutherford County invites residents and visitors to come together for events honoring our shared history, rich heritage, and the people and stories that shape our community’s place in the American story.
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Celebrate the nation's founding through a local lens with the Middle Tennessee State University Honors College's "Lunch and Learn" Series at Cannonsburgh Village, in the Murfreesboro Jaycees building, part of the University's ongoing commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. Attendees should bring their own lunches to enjoy during the sessions. From June 30 through July 3, faculty experts […]
Free to all ages This summer, as we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America and the 50th anniversary of Cannonsburgh, the village will be full of patriotic decorations showing its American spirit. During the months of June and July, celebrate American pride as you experience the history, culture and heritage of […]
Celebrate the nation's founding through a local lens with the Middle Tennessee State University Honors College's "Lunch and Learn" Series at Cannonsburgh Village, in the Murfreesboro Jaycees building, part of the University's ongoing commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. Attendees should bring their own lunches to enjoy during the sessions. From June 30 through July 3, faculty experts […]
Celebrate America's Independence with an evening of music, food vendors, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks show at dark. Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy one of Smyrna's favorite traditions!
Celebrate the nation's founding through a local lens with the Middle Tennessee State University Honors College's "Lunch and Learn" Series at Cannonsburgh Village, in the Murfreesboro Jaycees building, part of the University's ongoing commemoration of America's 250th anniversary. Attendees should bring their own lunches to enjoy during the sessions. From June 30 through July 3, faculty experts […]
Join the community for the unveiling of the USA 250 mural mosaic, an 8' x 16' outdoor artwork made up of more than 650 individual tiles painted by community members. Together, these tiles form a lasting legacy for our downtown and a vibrant celebration of America 250. The completed mural will be permanently installed on the […]
On July 4th, join the Colonel Hardy Murfree NSDAR Chapter for a community celebration on the Murfreesboro Square to honor our nation's birth. Events will include a community reading of the Declaration of Independence and patriotic songs, and don't forget the cupcakes and beverages for all!
Celebration Under the Stars 2026 is going to be a great event as we join America in celebrating our nation's 250th year of independence! Great music, lots of fun and AMAZING fireworks! Join us for Celebration Under the Stars on Saturday, July 4 at The Fountains. This incredible event, brought to you by Murfreesboro Parks […]
Enjoy live music, tailgating vibes, and a spectacular front-row view of the Murfreesboro fireworks—with the bonus of an easy drive out. Reserve your tailgate spot in the taproom starting June 1, 2026. See the event link for more information or contact the taproom.
Join us in celebrating Independence Day with great music, food, and fireworks! Gates will open at 5:30 p.m., and Zone Status will take the stage at 6:00 p.m. The music will be on the football field, so bring a blanket or chair. Admission is FREE! Vendors will be on site with concessions for sale. Personal […]