Come and have a blast in Bessemer this 4th of July. Enjoy small town charm and a true hometown 4th of July festival as we celebrates “Bessemer Blast 2013.” You will find games, mud run, hometown run with tot trot, craft fair, outdoor card tournaments, relay races, karaoke, street bowling and the best parade and fire works in the upper mid-west.

This year's Bessemer Blast runs from Thursday, June 27 through Thursday, July 4. There is guaranteed excitement for every age, culminating with “Thunder on the Mountain” fireworks display on July 4th starting at 10 pm. You are sure to see old friends and make new ones.

Geocaching is back along with the Poker Run, Whiffle Ball Tournament, Lip Synching, and Dominos Fall. And yes, the Demolition Derby returns after a one year hiatus. Geocaching rules and locations will be posted the morning of Thursday, June 27, 2013.

The 50/50 sellers will be all around town and our 50/50 tent will once again be set up in the BP gas station parking lot. Last year's prize was an amazing $23,253!

The GIANT 4th of July parade starts at 7 pm with the F16 flyover prior to the start of the parade. The last parade float will show the winning 50/50 number.

Click here to print a copy of the schedule as you will not want to miss any of the events.

Can’t wait to see you all during our spectacular eight day celebration!

2012 - 50/50
Winning Ticket
Number: 22871
Amount: $23,253