For many Americans, the only Independence Day tradition that’s more cherished than fireworks is spending time with friends and family. Delmar Gardens’ founders Henry and Barbara Grossberg found a way to help their residents enjoy these traditions, while also giving back to the local community.

This Independence Day celebration is free and open to the public and includes snow cones, petting zoos, face painting, inflatables, live music, hot dogs, nachos, ice cream, pretzels, clowns, games, prizes and fireworks.

Below is a list of Delmar Gardens’ Independence Day schedule. For more information, visit delmargardens.com or call 636-733-7000.

Independence Day Events at Delmar Gardens:

7 p.m., June 26 - Delmar Gardens of Meramec Valley , #1 Arbor Terrace, Fenton, Mo.,  63026, 636-343-0016

7 p.m. June 27 - Delmar Gardens on the Green , 15197 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, Mo.,  63017, 636-394-7515

7 p.m., June 28 - Delmar Gardens South/Garden Villas South , 13457 Tesson Ferry Road, St. Louis, Mo., 63128, 314-843-7788

7 p.m., July 1 - Delmar Gardens of O’Fallon/Garden Villas of O’Fallon, 7068 S. Outer 364, O’Fallon, Mo., 63368, 636-240-6100

7:30 p.m., July 3 - Delmar Gardens North/Garden Villas North, 4401 Parker Road, Florissant, Mo., 63033, 314-355-1516 Note: A shuttle will available at Parker Plaza beginning at 6:30 p.m.