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July 4th in Harbor Springs is a Classic

July 4th, 2026 (Tentative)

For many residents and visitors to Harbor Springs, July 4th is the best day of the year. People come from all over the world to celebrate this special holiday in Harbor Springs. It is quite simply, a celebration like none other.

What makes it special? The gorgeous setting along the water, an art fair, fabulous parade, fun run along the waterfront and fireworks shot from a barge on the water all contribute to an extraordinary day.

The best Fourth in the North, the best July 4th in Northern Michigan is without a doubt in Harbor Springs!

Here's what happened in 2025:

  • 8am – Paul Revere Run-10 Mile Start at Zoll Street Park- 125 Zoll St., Harbor Springs. Register at runsignup.com.
  • 8-11am – Breakfast at the American Legion- 101 E. 3rd St.
  • 9am-4pm – Art in the Park at Zorn Park- 100 W. Bay St. Find registration info at harborps.org.
  • 1pm – Parade from Main St. to State St to Bay St. Click here for a parade entry application.
  • Dusk – Fireworks over the Harbor
  • 11pm – $2 Movie at The Lyric Theater- 275 E. Main St.

Experience Harbor Springs

From spring days with a landscape covered in trillium to a summer afternoon on the beach or water, Harbor Springs is the place. Read the stories below or go to the Harbor Springs destination page.

Stay tuned here for info on the 2026 Harbor Springs 4th of July celebration!

For more information about the 4th of July in Harbor Springs, please contact:

Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce

368 E. Main St., Harbor Springs, MI,  49740

(231) 526-7999

harborspringschamber.com

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