Cedar Point Star-Spangled Celebration Food and Fireworks Guide 2026

Cedar Point’s Star-Spangled Celebration marks America’s 250th birthday and runs from June 29 through July 4. The event features a full lineup of live entertainment, skydiving demonstrations, and a fireworks display on July 4. Guests can also enjoy limited-time patriotic food and beverage offerings during the event.

Cedar Point Star-Spangled Celebration fireworks and food guide — Image: official source

The celebration kicks off on Monday, June 29, with the Flight of the Flags flyover. Throughout the week, the park will host costume contests, pie-eating contests, and midway games. On select days, the 122nd Army Band will perform live music, and the Cavaliers Entertainment Team will provide high-energy entertainment.

Saturday, July 4, is the highlight of the week. The day features a skydiving demonstration on Cedar Point Beach and the Light Up the Point fireworks display. The fireworks show is scheduled for weather permitting and will take place along the shores of Lake Erie. The display is set to music that captures the spirit of America.

For those looking to secure a spot near the fireworks, Cedar Point is offering a Fireworks VIP Viewing Experience. This package is available on July 4 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The experience includes a reserved chair on Cedar Point Beach, a Star-Spangled Snack Pack, and exclusive access to the Beach Bar.

The VIP package costs $55 for non-season passholders and $45 for season passholders. Park admission is not included in the price. The snack pack includes a souvenir popcorn bucket, a giant cookie, and a red, white, and blue Bomb Pop popsicle. A bottled beverage is also included.

Guests can purchase the VIP experience directly through the Cedar Point website. The link to buy the package is available on the event page. Passes and tickets for the park are also available for purchase, including daily tickets and season passes.

The food menu for the week features several limited-time items inspired by boardwalk nights and All-American favorites. The Firecracker Dog is a hot dog topped with jalapeno relish, siracha mayo, and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. The Cleveland Po’ Boy Dog features kielbasa topped with BBQ sauce, fries, and Cleveland slaw.

The All American Funnel Cake is another standout item. It is a funnel cake topped with vanilla ice cream and finished with red, white, and blue sprinkles. Bar 1776 will serve refreshing drinks and cocktails, including patriotic mocktails and cocktails bursting with flavors.

The entertainment schedule varies by day. Tuesday, June 30, and Wednesday, July 1, feature the Stars, Stripes, and Styles Costume Contest and the Flavors of Freedom Pie-Eating Contest. Thursday, July 2, lists a Midway Mural.

Friday, July 3, brings the Cleveland Cavaliers Entertainment Team to the park. Saturday, July 4, includes the skydiving demonstration and the fireworks spectacular. The full entertainment schedule is available on the Six Flags app.

For more information on showtimes and directions, guests should download the Six Flags App. The app is available for iOS and Android. Cedar Point also notes that the fireworks are weather permitting.

Honor our Heroes is a special initiative supporting the Wounded Warrior Project. Guests can donate to support the project for a chance to win the Star-Spangled Celebration flag following the final skydiving demonstration on July 4. The donation link is available on the event page.

Cedar Point is where America celebrates, and the Star-Spangled Celebration is designed to honor that spirit. The event offers a chance to come together and honor the shared story leading up to the July 4th fireworks.

Shark Take: The VIP fireworks experience is a useful option for guests who want a reserved chair on Cedar Point Beach. The food menu offers unique flavors like the Firecracker Dog that are perfect for a summer night. Check the app for the latest showtimes before heading to the park.

Source: Cedar Point Official Event Page