4th of July
Join us for an unforgettable star-spangled celebration as we honor America’s 250th anniversary of independence – a once-in-a-generation milestone! We’re bringing the red, white, and blue to life with festive fun for the whole family. Enjoy complimentary activities including balloon animals, foam crafts, and button decorating, and much more. Cool off with our official drink of Summer – The AmeriColoda – perfect for toasting this historic occasion.
As dusk falls, the Wilderness Fireworks Spectacular will light up the night sky with the biggest and best display in the Dells. You bring the “oohs” and “ahhs”—we’ll bring the BOOMS!
Fireworks begin at dusk on Saturday, July 4, 2026*
Weather dependent
July 4th List of Events
WildKids Club
Activities & Events
WEEKLONG ACTIVITIES
Ken-Ducky Derby Races
Daily, June 26-July 4 | Sign-up at 9:15 am w/Races beginning at 9:30 am | Free!
Join us in the Klondike Kavern Indoor Waterpark (just before the park opens) for your chance to be the day’s Ken-Ducky Derby Champion!
Cheer on your rubber ducky as it races with others in our lazy river! The grand champion each day receives a Ken-Ducky Derby Champion t-shirt!
JULY 4TH ACTIVITIES
Crafty Creations
July 4th | Starting at 11 am
Visit the WildKids Club room, located on the first floor just down from New Frontier lobby, for a number of activities!
Also, be on the lookout for our Wilderness Mascots Monty and Molly roaming through Take Flight, Camp Social, and the Wild Kids Room throughout the afternoon!
- Make your own patriotic bracelet (Free)
- Lots of foam Patriotic crafts (Free)
- Balloon Animals (Free)
- Glitter Tattoo Stand – Located on the outside of Kids Club ($5)
- Patriotic buttons (Free)
- Patriotic stickers (Free)
- Make your Lip balm ($5)
- Make your own patriotic slime while adding fun patriotic glitter and stars! ($5)
- Join us at our lemonade stand to make your own personalized lemonade flavor! Located on the New Frontier Patio ($1)
- Win fun patriotic prizes while playing Bingo! Located in front of Kids Club 2pm-3pm. (Free)
- Cookie Decorating – Located in front of the Wild Kids room 12pm until supplies last! (Free)
- Join us for our daily coloring contest for your chance to win a free glitter tattoo!
Games
July 4th| Hourly (11 am-4 pm) | Free!
Join our WildKids staff outside the New Frontier patio for a number of outdoor games!
No sign-up is needed, just come out and play!
- Connect 4
- BINGO
- Hula Hoop competition
- Bean Bag Toss
- Patriotic Jenga
- Dance Party – show us your best moves!
- And More!
Glow Sticks
July 4th | Dusk | Free!
As the sun finally sets, it’s time to light up the night! Our staff will be going around the Lost World Waterpark pool deck handing out free glow sticks (while supplies last) to help prepare for our annual fireworks show*!
Fireworks Show!
July 4th | Dusk | Free!
This is the Main Event
Skip the traffic and enjoy the biggest and most dazzling fireworks display in town right from the resort. Our Fireworks will launch near the Glacier Canyon Conference Center, with prime viewing from the pool deck of the Lost World Waterpark! Our team will also be handing out glow sticks to add even more sparkle to the night.
Want a more laid-back vibe? Wilderland Park offers an alternate viewing area with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the show.
Don’t miss this explosive celebration – our fireworks begin at dusk!*
*Weather dependent
Drink of Summer
The AmeriColada
Celebrate America 250 with The AmeriColada, our official Drink of Summer and your ticket to pure vacation vibes. This irresistible creation blends a creamy frozen coconut rum piña colada with a vibrant layer of blue curaçao. It is finished with a classic cherry on top, creating a red, white, and blue masterpiece that tastes as good as it looks. Each sip delivers a wave of tropical sweetness, cool refreshment, and just the right hint of citrus brightness.
The AmeriColada is more than a drink, it is a celebration in a cup. Whether you are poolside, drifting along the lazy river, or soaking up the sun with friends and family, this festive favorite brings the spirit of summer to every moment. Bright, bold, and refreshingly smooth, it is the perfect way to toast long days, warm nights, and unforgettable memories.