You are invited to this year’s Celebrate America!
Join us on Sunday, June 28, 2026, for a Thomas Road tradition! Invite your family and friends to our church campus at 5pm for Celebrate America—an exciting evening of live music celebrating the 250th anniversary of our nation, featuring the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra, activities for the entire family, and of course, an awesome fireworks show to end the night.
Grab your lawn chairs or blankets and make plans to celebrate Independence Day with us! The event is free to attend, and local food truck vendors will be on site offering a wide variety of sweet treats and favorite dishes for purchase. Let’s Celebrate!
Special Musical Features!
Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra
Join us for a powerful celebration of America’s 250th birthday through an unforgettable night of music! Experience stirring patriotic classics, sweeping cinematic moments, and lively rhythms that capture the spirit, history, and heart of our nation.
Featuring talented local musicians and special guest performers, the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra will fill the stage with energy, excellence, and songs you know and love.
Charles Billingsley
For nearly 30 years, Charles has inspired audiences across the country with powerful music and heartfelt worship—from Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to churches and conferences nationwide.
A former lead vocalist for GRAMMY®-nominated group NewSong, Charles has headlined more than 3,200 concerts, released 24 solo recordings, and earned seven #1 Inspirational radio hits.
June 28 | 5:00 pm | FREE!
At Thomas Road Baptist Church
Join us for a night of fun!
Featuring: Local Food Vendors | Bull Riding | Rock Walls | Inflatables for Children | Obstacle Courses | Live Music from Local & National Artists (Bluegrass, Jazz, Country, & Patriotic) | The BIGGEST Fireworks Show in all of Central Virginia!
Admission is FREE, so don’t miss out – and invite your friends!
INTERESTED IN SERVING?
Each year we need hundreds of volunteers to help make this event happen. Please contact us to volunteer
Main Meal Food Vendors, please contact us with your specialty to see if there is space. We do not need any more dessert trucks.
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK!
We can't wait to Celebrate America with you and our community. We encourage you to invite your friends and family to join you for the festivities—let them know you're going by sharing this page, or our Facebook event, on your favorite social media platform!