Celebration In the Heartland

When
Thursday, July 4, 2024 | 2:00 - 10:00pm

Enjoy one of the largest fireworks show in the state with food trucks, vendors, and activities throughout the day. Fireworks will begin around 9:45 pm and will be set to music. FM 89.9 should carry the music if you are watching from outside of the park. There is no cost to enter the park. 

Live Music
TBD

Food Trucks:  TBD

Breweries:  TBD

Wineries: TBD

GameTime Inflatables:  Will accept:  Cash; CashApp: $elowery64; Venmo
Inflatables :
Mechanical Bull - 
Rockwall - 
Toxic Combo - 
Cliff Climb Slide - 
Leaps & Bounds - 
30’ Obstacle Course - 
Radical Run ABC Obstacle - 
Wristbands (All Day) - $20 - does not include the Mechanical Bull  

Helicopter Rides - $50.00 per person 

Children's Tent by Moore Public Library - Free Activities 

Vendor sales throughout the park 

Directional Map attached below

Celebration In the Heartland Directional Map

Q. How do I get to Buck Thomas Park?

A. Buck Thomas Park is located just east of the intersection of 12th & Eastern Avenue in Moore. If traveling on I-35, please take the 12th Street exit in Moore and travel east approximately 1¾ mile. The park is located adjacent to a large water tower just off of 12th Street.

Q. Where do I park when attending an event?

A. There is parking throughout the park. This is the largest event in Moore each year and parking is very limited. It is likely you will have to park off-site. Please use good judgment when doing so and obey all public parking ordinances and rules.

Q. Is there ADA parking?

A. There is ADA parking in the park. However, due to the large number of people attending the event, there is no guarantee that spaces will be available.
 

Q. Do I need to buy tickets to attend the event?

A. Tickets are not required to enter the park. There will be vendors at the park selling items and food.

Q. Can I bring food into Buck Thomas Park?

A.  You can but there are great food vendors in the park as well.
 

Q. May event attendees grill in the park?

A. It is permissible unless there is a State declared fire ban. We kindly ask that cookouts be kept in the northern end of the park. There is a designated “Picnic Area” with lots of mature trees for shade.

Q. What security procedures are in place to ensure guest safety?

A. Police are patrolling the area on motorcycles and on foot. There are also firefighters and ambulance personnel on-site for medical emergencies.

Q. Are pets allowed in the park?

A. No. For the safety of event attendees, vendors, and staff, pets are not allowed in the park. This applies even if they are on leashes. This is per the City ordinance.

Q. On what day is the event going to be held on this year?

A. Our festivities will be on Thursday, July 4th from 2–10 pm.

Q. What happens if it rains or the wind is too high?

A. Should there be weather conditions that cause all or part of the event to be postponed or canceled, the City of Moore will make every effort to reschedule for the next day. In the event of postponements or cancellations, all local media outlets will be notified as soon as a decision is made. Please check www.cityofmoore.com as well for current information.

Q. When will the fireworks take place?

A. The fireworks will only occur on the evening of July 4th at dark (approximately 9:45 pm).

Vendor Non-Food Beverage (10' x 20' space without electricity) - $75.00

Vendor Non-Food Beverage (10' x 20' space with electricity) - $100.00

Food and/ or Beverage Vendor (without electricity) - $125.00

Food and/ or Beverage Vendor (with electricity) - $150.00
(must be pre-approved by Event Coordinator)

Deadline for Vendor Applications:  Friday, June 21st, and No Refunds will be issued after Friday, June 21st  

Vendor check-in is on July 3rd from 10 am to noon and again on July 4th starting at 10 am. 

Contact:  
Kasey Dean
Special Event Coordinator
City of Moore / Parks & Recreation Dept.
700 S. Broadway, Moore, OK 73160 
Office: (405)793-5090 Fax: (405)793-5088
Email: [email protected] 

Celebration in the Heartland
Happy Tails Dog Park Closed:  June 27th - July 7th 
Buck Thomas Park Closed:  July 3rd for vendor set-up 

Permitted Items:
- Chairs
- Service Animals (no other dogs allowed)
- Umbrellas
- Coolers*
- Strollers
* Coolers and bags may be searched by event security

Prohibited Items:
- Alcoholic beverages unless provided by an on-site approved city vendor
- Glass containers of any kind
- Drug Paraphernalia / Weapons
- Pets (Dogs are not allowed in the park for this event.)
- Fireworks
- Smoking or vaping