Red, White, and 250!

Celebrating 250 Years of American Spirit Right Here at Home

Welcome to Red, White, and 250, a community-driven celebration honoring 250 years of American history, pride, and hometown traditions.

Across Wayne, Randolph, Delaware, Fayette, Union and surrounding Indiana communities, we’re bringing together the events, people, and moments that make this milestone meaningful, all in one place.

What It’s All About

Red, White, and 250 is your go-to hub for local celebrations, including:

• Festivals and community gatherings

• Parades and fireworks displays

• Family-friendly activities

• Historical exhibits and tributes

• Special local events marking this once-in-a-generation milestone

We’re highlighting the best ways our communities are coming together to celebrate while supporting great local causes along the way.

This page is made possible by local businesses who believe in celebrating our community and supporting meaningful causes! 

Interested in becoming a featured sponsor? Position your business front and center as part of this historic celebration with a Presented By placement on this page. Contact us for more information.

Live Broadcasts and Giveaways

Throughout the celebration, our stations will be hitting the road for live broadcasts at select events and we'll be giving away CASH prizes!

• Grab exclusive Red, White, and 250 t-shirts at the station ($20 each)

  • Located at 2626 Tingler Road W. Richmond, IN

• Watch for LIVE broadcast fundraiser events to grab your tee!

• and... BE WATCHING FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN $250 CASH!

Giving Back Supporting Toys for Tots

This celebration is not just about looking back. It is about giving forward.

Proceeds from select promotions and t-shirt initiatives will help support Toys for Tots, bringing joy to children in our communities during the holiday season.

Celebrate. Connect. Make a difference.

Check back often as we continue to add events happening throughout the area. From small-town traditions to county-wide celebrations, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Levi & Catharine Coffin House & Interpretive Center Fountain City

Saturday, June 20, 2026 Coffin Bicentennial Series - The Underground Railroad Levi and Catharine Coffin’s work with the Underground Railroad started in the years before they came to Indiana. Get a full history of the Coffin’s commitment to aiding freedom seekers from the childhood through the Civil War.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 Coffin Bicentennial Series - Levi Coffin and Free Labor Anti-slavery supporters had to find ways to challenge slavery when laws seemed unchangeable. Hear how the free labor and produce movement organized to confront Americans who purchased slave-made goods.

New Paris Applefest

America 250 Themed Drone Show on Sept. 11^th  & Fireworks on Sept. 12th. 

Preble County Historical Society

Saturday, June 27th, 2026 | Preble County Veterans Picnic 12:00-2:00pm at 7693 Swartsel Road Eaton Ohio 45320 (St Rt 122S) near Gratis. All Preble County Veterans are FREE thanks to the Eaton Rotary Club. Guests are $10. 

Saturday, June 27th, 2026 | Annual Fireworks and Live Music Festival! GATES OPEN at 4:00pm. Music by Flat Out! Fireworks start around 9:45pm- but come early! Food Trucks on Site! 

Indiana State Museum- June 27 2pm-6pm 

Join us outdoors at Celebration Plaza in White River State Park to celebrate America’s milestone birthday! Bring family and friends to discover the science behind fireworks, collaborate on a community mural and enjoy hands-on activities all afternoon.

Museum of Madison County History- Anderson, IN

County Historian Stephen Jackson will present "The American Revolution--How Indiana Was Impacted.

Want your event featured? Contact us to be included.