Fireworks will once again light up the sky at Rend Lake this summer as the 2026 Rend Lake Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration is set for July 3rd and July 4th at the Rend Lake Golf Resort, located along Route 154 near Benton.
This event marks the long-awaited return of a Fourth of July celebration at the lake, which has not taken place in several years due to previous volunteer shortages and funding challenges. The festivities are free and family-friendly, featuring live music, food trucks, kids’ activities, and a rodeo on both nights. The highlight of the weekend will be the fireworks show, planned for July 3rd.
Local organizations are working together to bring the celebration back to the area, including the Rend Lake Conservancy District, the cities of Benton and Sesser, the Rend Lake Area Tourism Council, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.