Mariposa County · July 4, 2026
America’s 250th Birthday,
celebrated together.
A full day of music, history, community, and a 200-drone light show over downtown Mariposa. Free and open to all, produced by the Mariposa Butterfly Festival in partnership with Mariposa County.
Counting Down
Main Event
200-Drone Light Show
A choreographed drone display replacing traditional fireworks — safer for our fire-prone Sierra foothills, and spectacular over 8th Street at dusk.
All Day
Five Stages of Music
Local artists and regional headliners across five downtown stages from morning through evening. Something for every taste.
8:00 PM
Community Parade
Produced by the Mariposa Chamber and Lions Club. Local entries welcome — floats, classic cars, service clubs, and community groups.
For Businesses
Sponsor the Celebration
Seven sponsorship tiers supporting a free community event. Founding sponsors receive logo placement in the drone show itself.
Learn more →For Makers & Food
Become a Vendor
Two vendor areas across downtown. Booths starting at $75 for the 10×10. Food trucks welcome.
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