Celebration Fest
Celebrating 250 Years of America
July 2, 3 & 4
Thursday and Friday: 5:00 - 10:00 PM
Saturday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
In 2026, the West End Fair proudly presents Celebration Fest, a three-day event honoring the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America. Taking place July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th at the West End Fairgrounds, this special celebration brings together history, entertainment, and community for an unforgettable Fourth of July weekend.
Celebration Fest is designed to celebrate America’s past, present, and future while creating a fun, welcoming experience for all ages. Throughout the fairgrounds, guests will find a blend of historic traditions and modern attractions, with hands-on activities, engaging demonstrations, and classic fair favorites happening all day and into the evening. From family-friendly daytime experiences to exciting nighttime entertainment, Celebration Fest offers something for everyone as we commemorate this once-in-a-generation milestone.
Whether you’re visiting for the history, the entertainment, or to celebrate the holiday with family and friends, Celebration Fest is a meaningful way to honor 250 years of America in a place that has long been a gathering spot for the West End community.
Daily Schedule
Thursday, July 2
- $20 ride wristbands
- PV School Drum & Fife Parade at 5:00 PM
- Mere Mortals in the Everett Building Pub from 5:30–9:30 PM
- Quarter Midget Racing at 6:00 PM, free
- Don Jovi on the Main Stage at 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
- Trinity Centennial Band at 7:30 PM
- Fireworks at approximately 9:30–10:00 PM, free
- Military reenactors
Friday, July 3
- 2 ride wristbands for $25
- Pub open from 5:00–10:00 PM
- Joey Lannigan in the Everett Building Pub from 5:30–9:30 PM
- Scott Reagan, Blohbariyer & Ben Rader at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
- Junk Car Racing: gates open at 5:00 PM, event begins at 7:00 PM
- Steel Creek Band on the Main Stage at 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
- Military reenactors
Saturday, July 4
- 25¢ ride tickets from 2:00–6:00 PM
- Pub open from 2:00–10:00 PM
- Foam Man from 3:30–5:30 PM
- Demolition Derby: gates open at 2:00 PM, event begins at 4:00 PM
- Skydivers before the main event
- Patrick Conklin in the Everett Building Pub from 5:30–9:30 PM
- Scott Reagan, Blohbariyer & Ben Rader at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
- Brian Dean Moore Band on the Main Stage at 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
- Military reenactors
Attractions & Activities
Celebration Fest features a wide variety of attractions and experiences spread across the fairgrounds, offering something for guests of all ages:
- Food vendors and local exhibitors
- Carnival rides and fairground attractions
- Pony rides all day, every day
- Wagon rides by Scott Stevens
- Livestock petting zoo
- Goat cuddle station
- American Legion Bingo with 50/50 games
- Basket raffle
- Tricky Tray drawings
- Interactive exhibits and displays
Food
- Food trucks
- Kunkletown Community Stand with St. Matthew’s Kunkletown and Kunkletown Fire Co.
- Jonas Bake Oven serving pizzas and pretzels
History & Community
- Historical demonstrations and reenactments
- Military reenactors
- County historical societies in the Main Exhibit Building
- Keystone paintings on display
- Community exhibits and displays
Live Music
Live music will set the tone each evening, with performances on the Main Stage as well as additional entertainment in the Everett Building Pub.
Main Stage
- Thursday: Don Jovi at 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
- Friday: Steel Creek Band at 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
- Saturday: Brian Dean Moore Band at 7:00 PM & 8:30 PM
Everett Building Pub
- Thursday: Mere Mortals, 5:30–9:30 PM
- Friday: Joey Lannigan, 5:30–9:30 PM
- Saturday: Patrick Conklin, 5:30–9:30 PM
Pub Hours
- Thursday & Friday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Arena Events & Fireworks
Each night of Celebration Fest features exciting arena events and patriotic moments that highlight the spirit of the holiday:
Thursday, July 2
- Quarter Midget Racing begins at 6:00 PM (free)
- Fireworks display at approximately 9:30–10:00 PM (free)
Friday, July 3
- Junk Car Racing
- Gates open at 5:00 PM | Event begins at 7:00 PM
- Tickets: $15
- Pit Passes: $25
Saturday, July 4
- Skydivers descending prior to the main event, featuring a red, white, and blue display
- Demolition Derby (red, white, and blue cars encouraged)
- Gates open at 2:00 PM | Event begins at 4:00 PM
- Tickets: $15
- Pit Passes: $25
