Norfolk’s Legendary July 4th Celebration
Big Bang Boom is Nebraska’s largest fireworks show, held every July 3–4 at Skyview Lake in Norfolk. What began 50 years ago as a community celebration has grown into a two-day festival drawing up to 100,000 visitors for the main event. Admission is always free.
2026 — 50th Anniversary & America 250
2026 marks two milestones: the 50th anniversary of Big Bang Boom and the 250th birthday of the United States. The 2026 show features double the fireworks of previous years and the dedication of Norfolk Freedom Point — a new memorial at Skyview Lake with a 122-foot flagpole.
Entertainment
July 3 (Friday): Classic Journey Tribute · Nashville Recording Artist Toby May · Boundless
July 4 (Saturday): Grammy-nominated country star Sammy Kershaw · opening acts
Event Details
Dates: Friday–Saturday, July 3–4, 2026
Location: Skyview Lake, Norfolk, Nebraska 68701
Admission: Free
Expected attendance: Up to 100,000 Saturday
Plan Your Visit
Norfolk is located at the junction of US-275 and US-81. See Norfolk Nebraska for lodging, restaurants, and fuel in the area. View the Nebraska highway cameras for road conditions on your route in.
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