Star Spangled Celebration America 250 presented by M&M’S®

Patriotic performers standing in front of Cedar Point's Giant Wheel.

Star Spangled Celebration America 250 presented by M&M’S®

June 29 - July 4

Celebrate our Nation’s 250th birthday at this Star-Spangled event bursting with energy and excitement. On select days, watch the sky come alive with breathtaking skydiver demonstrations, wander among towering stilt walkers, and enjoy a full lineup of live entertainment that keeps the celebration going all evening. See full entertainment schedule.

From delicious specialty food and beverage offerings to vibrant patriotic experiences for all ages, this is your chance to come together and honor our shared story leading up to a spectacular Light Up the Point fireworks display on July 4th.

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    Light Up the Point Fireworks

    July 4th | Weather Permitting

    Cedar Point is where America celebrates, and when the sun goes down, it's time to Light Up the Point! America's Roller Coast will come alive with a breathtaking firework display that fills the night sky with color, sounds and energy — all set to music that captures the spirit of America — for one spectacular night along the shores of Lake Erie and Cedar Point's mile-long beach.

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    Fireworks VIP Viewing Experience

    Celebrate Independence Day in style with our exclusive Star-Spangled Celebration Fireworks VIP Viewing Experience, available July 4th from 8:00 – 10:00 PM.

    Package includes:

    • Fireworks viewing with chair on reserved area of Cedar Point Beach
    • Star-Spangled Snack Pack (Souvenir popcorn bucket, giant cookie plus a red, white and blue Bomb Pop popsicle)
    • Bottled Beverage
    • Exclusive Access to Beach Bar from 8:00 – 10:00 PM

    Non-Season Passholders - $55*
    Season Passholders - $45

    *Park Admission Not Included

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    Star Spangled Entertainment

    Celebrate America 250 all week with patriotic fun across the park! Look to the skies for the Flight of the Flags flyover, epic skydiving demos on Cedar Point Beach, live music from the 122nd Army Band, and high-energy entertainment from the Cavaliers Entertainment Team. Enjoy Midway games, costume contests, chalk art murals, and classic pie-eating fun.

    Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration. Download the Six Flags app for times and locations.

    Honor our Heroes: Support the Wounded Warrior Project for a chance to win the Star-Spangled Celebration flag following the final skydiving demonstration on July 4.

    • A plane flying

      Monday, June 29

      • Flight of the Flags Flyover
      • Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest
      • Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest
      • Stars & Hypes Midway Games
    • Pie eating contest

      Tuesday, June 30

      • Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest
      • Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest
    • A large American Flag

      Wednesday, July 1

      • 122nd Army Band Performance
      • Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest
      • Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest
      • Stars & Hypes Midway Games
    • American flags

      Thursday, July 2

      • Midway Mural
      • Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest
      • Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest
      • Stars & Hypes Midway Games
    • Cleveland Cavs

      Friday, July 3

      • Cleveland Cavaliers Entertainment Team
      • Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest
      • Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest
      • Stars & Hypes Midway Games
    • Skydivers

      Saturday, July 4

      • Skydiving Demonstration
      • Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest
      • Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest
      • Stars & Hypes Midway Games
      • Fireworks Spectacular

    See Mobile App for locations and showtimes.

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    4th of July Food & Drinks

    Enjoy limited-time food and beverage offerings inspired by nights on the boardwalk and All-American favorites. From savory meals to sweet treats — plus refreshing drinks and cocktails at Bar 1776 — there's a little nostalgia and fun in every bite and sip.

    • A hot dog topped with all sorts of things

      Firecracker Dog

      Hot dog topped with jalapeno relish, siracha mayo, and Flamin' Hot Cheetos

    • A cleveland po boy

      Cleveland Po' Boy Dog

      Kielbasa topped with BBQ sauce, fries, and Cleveland slaw

    • A funnel cake topped with cream and sprinkles

      All American Funnel Cake

      Funnel cake topped with vanilla ice cream and finished with red, white and blue sprinkles.

    • A classic frozen Piña Colada with a twist — blended with strawberry puree and blue Curaçao, this timeless rum-based cocktail will keep you cool.

      Delicious Patriotic Beverages

      Celebrate with fun patriotic mocktails and cocktails bursting with flavors that are sure to refresh and add joy to the festivities.

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