A Weekend of Freedom Fest Celebrations
Freedom Fest, Murray's annual Fourth of July celebration, is back this year with a weekend full of family-friendly activities on July 2-4!
Kicking off the weekend this year is the Murray Art Guild Summer Art Party on Friday, July 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Held on the back patio of the Murray Art Guild building, families can enjoy ice cream, live music, outdoor demos and hands-on projects for kids, making this a fun and lively kick-off to MAG's membership drive! Food and drinks are also available for purchase.
Continuing on Friday in downtown Murray, join us for a free movie on the courthouse lawn at 8:30 p.m. featuring National Treasure. Bring snacks, blankets and chairs for a summer evening in front of the big screen.
On Saturday, July 3, begin the morning by honoring our veterans at the Veteran's Remembrance Ceremony in Chestnut Park at 7 a.m. After the ceremony, grab breakfast at the First Methodist Church from 7 to 9:30 a.m. for the Gary Taylor Memorial Breakfast, hosted by Boy Scout Troop 45! Tickets for breakfast are $10 at the door, and $5 for kids 12 & under. To-go options will also be available for pick-up.
Don't miss out on the Downtown Farmers Market on Saturday from 7 a.m. to Noon on the court square. Around 50-60 vendors will be set-up selling a variety of produce, baked goods, hand crafted items, and so much more.
While you're downtown, be sure to snag a prime spot along Main Street and cheer on runners during the MTG Insurance Main Street Mile at 8:45 a.m. Following the race, stick around for the FNB Bank Freedom Fest Parade at 9:30 a.m. Community organizations and businesses adorn their floats, cars, and trailers in the most patriotic red, white and blue decorations!
Rounding out the weekend, join us on Sunday, July 4 with the Murray Bank Family Night in the Park from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Chestnut Park. Family-fun activities will include a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, various vendors, hair painting and much more. Before the fireworks, enjoy patriotic music from the Town & Gown Community Band Freedom Fest Concert in front of Lovett Auditorium at 6:30 p.m.
Finish the weekend with a bang, The Murray Bank Fireworks Extravaganza is making its return at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday night! The fireworks can be viewed anywhere along HWY 641 North near Kroger, Walmart or the Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to grab your spot early for the best view in the house.
For more information and a complete schedule of events, go to www.mkyfreedomfest.com or call the Murray CVB office at 270-759-2199!
