EXPERIENCE HURDLAND MISSOURI'S 153rd ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Rain or Shine at the Hurdland Town Square.
Hurdland is located 15 miles east of Kirksville, MO on Highway 6.
Join Us for the Longest-Running Independence Day Celebration in Northeast Missouri.
The Hurdland 4th of July Celebration is a time-honored tradition in northeast Missouri, organized by dedicated volunteers who are committed to providing a fun and exciting experience for the whole community.
From the parade to the tractor and car shows, games, live music, and fireworks, there's something for everyone to enjoy at this small town, family-friendly, free event.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about what makes the Hurdland 4th of July Celebration so special. 2025 marks the 153rd consecutive year of the Hurdland July 4th Celebration.
Photo courtesy of Edina Sentinel
Thank you to everyone that came out to enjoy Independence Day 2024 at Hurdland's annual celebration.
We especially want to thank our sponsors, donors, entertainers, and volunteers. We are grateful to each and every one of you.
Thanks also to everyone who donated in any way to help Kris McCarty's wife and kids. We honor Kris and will all miss him dearly.
Photo courtesy of Troy Kite
Photo courtesy of Troy Kite
Event Schedule
Wednesday July 3, 2024
5:00 pm
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​5:00 - 6:00 pm
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5:00 - 5:15 pm
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5:00 - 5:45 pm
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6:00 pm
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6:00 pm
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6:30 - 7:00 pm
7:00 - 9:00 pm
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7:00 - 9:30 pm
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Celebration Meal
Serving Tenderloins, Hot Dogs, Ice Cream, and Soft drinks.
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​Pre-Register for Kris McCarty Memorial Corn Hole Tournament​
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National Anthem
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Little Mr. and Miss Firecracker Pre-registration
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Little Mr. and Miss Firecracker Contest
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Kris McCarty Memorial Corn Hole Blind Draw Tournament - Northwest Corner of the Park
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Door Prize Drawings
Bingo
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No Apology Band - On Stage
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2025 Schedule Coming Soon
Thursday July 4, 2024
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9:00 am
9:00 - 10:30 am
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11:00 am
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Following Parade
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11:30 am
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11:30 am
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11:30 am
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11:45 am
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11:50 am
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12:00 pm
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12:15 pm
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12:30 pm
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12:30 pm and throughout the day
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1:00 pm
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1:00 - 9:00 pm
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1:00 pm
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1:00 - 2:00 pm​​
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1:30 pm
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2:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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2:00 pm
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3:00 - 4:00 pm
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4:00 pm
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4:00 - 4:30 pm
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4:30 - 5:30
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4:30 - 5:30 pm
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5:00 - 5:45 pm
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5:30 - 6:00 pm
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6:00 - 7:00 pm
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7:00 pm
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7:00 pm
8:00 - 9:45 pm
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9:45 pm
Following Main Drawings
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Parade Royalty: Glen Moots and Family
Car Show Registration
Parade Registration
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Annual Parade
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​Kris McCarty will be honored in front of the Post Office.
Eat Shack Opens
Come join us for the best tenderloins around!
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Raffle Booth Opens
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National Anthem
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Salute to Veterans - 21 Gun Salute - Taps and Echo
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Active Duty Family and Veteran Recognition
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Opening Remarks: Tom Boatman
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Community Band
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Speech by winner of Hurdland 4th of July Committee Scholarship - Nate Brummit
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Tractor Show on West Side of Square
Tractor Games (will be played after parade and prizes)
Small Gasoline Engines on Display on West Side of Square
Hit and Miss Engines on Display on West Side of Square
Kiddie Train Rides
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Cruise-In Open Classic Car Show Prizes Awarded
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Bingo - All Afternoon and Evening - West Side of the Park
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Jonah's Watermelon Challenge (Children 4-8)
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​Register for Corn Hole Partner Tournament
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Great American Hotdog Eating Challenge
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Door Prize Drawings
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Corn Hole Partner Tournament - Northwest Corner of the Park
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Tractor Poker Run
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Mercy Bridge Band - On Stage
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Kids and Adults Pedal Tractor Pull
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Door Prize Drawings
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Mercy Bridge Band - On Stage
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Crosscut Saw and Nail Driving Contest on South Side of the Square - Men and Women Divisions
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Pre-Register for Baby Contest - South of Ticket Booth
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Door Prize Drawings
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Baby Contest - Front of Stage - Boys and Girls Divisions - six months and under; 7-12 months; 13-18 months; and 19-24 months
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Lacey Mihalevich - On Stage
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Blackout Bingo
Headliner Shaky Ground - On Stage
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Gun Raffle and Grand Prize Drawings
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Fireworks Display
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Join our Parade!
2025
Schedule
Coming
Soon.
Stay
Tuned!
Stage Sponson: Hometown Radio Group
Bring your
lawn chair.
Photo courtesy of Edina Sentinel