Wheeling Island Celebrates Independence Day Fun Fest
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WHEELING -- Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack welcomes the public to their third annual Independence Day Fun Festival from 3-10 p.m. Friday, July 3.
The event will be held in the festival area of the property's parking lot and will feature live entertainment, family-friendly activities, carnival rides and games, live racing, giveaways, food trucks, vendors and fireworks.
This year's festival is part of Wheeling Island's 2026 festival season and continues to grow with expanded food truck and vendor participation, sponsor activations, Truck Bucks offers, casino promotions and entertainment for guests of all ages.
Event highlights will include live entertainment.
At 3 p.m., Company Caravan will start the festival with high-energy live music and crowd favorites. At 5:50 p.m., the Marks Brothers Band keeps the celebration going with a lively regional performance. At 8 p.m., Casanova & The Divas close out the evening with an exciting show leading into the fireworks finale.
At the racetrack, live greyhound racing will take place during the festival.
Festival-goers can enjoy a wide variety of local food trucks and vendors throughout the event, including festival favorites, specialty foods, sweets, crafts and more.
Guests can take advantage of Truck Bucks and special casino promotions, including Free Play, Match Play, point-earning opportunities and festival giveaways.
Guests 21 and older can enjoy festival drink specials, including 16-ounce souvenir collectible cups available for purchase.
Wheeling Island will host giveaways and promotional offers throughout the event, including Fedora Hats, T-shirts and other prizes while supplies last.
Carnival rides, games, inflatables, face painting, caricatures and other activities will provide fun for the whole family.
Experience a breathtaking fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day in style.
"We are thrilled to welcome everyone back to Wheeling Island for the third annual Independence Day Fun Festival," said Kim Florence, president and general manager. "This event has quickly become a summer tradition for our community, bringing together live music, great food, family activities, racing, promotions and fireworks in one exciting celebration."
This event is free to attend, and all are encouraged to join the festivities. Gather your family and friends to experience the patriotic spirit at Wheeling Island's Independence Day Fun Festival.
For more information and updates, please visit Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack’s social media pages or website.
Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack is owned and operated by Delaware North, a global hospitality and entertainment company with a portfolio of regional gaming and entertainment destinations, including Mardi Gras Casino & Resort near Charleston.