The Scoop on Luther’s Fireworks, Parade and Fun (including a dunk tank) on Saturday

Happy Birthday America!

Get ready to wave your flags and light up the night for Indepdendence Day! On Saturday, July 5, 2025, our little slice of Route 66 paradise hosts a rip-roarin’ Independence Day Celebration to benefit the Luther Volunteer Fire Department. Organized by local heroes Josh and Stephanie Smith of Opus Entertainment, this fest kicks off with a Main Street Parade, rolls into family fun at Wildhorse Park, and ends with a dazzling fireworks finale. Here’s the scoop on how to join the party, dunk a firefighter, or snag a vendor spot—plus a peek at Opus’s fireworks stand at the historic Threatt Filling Station. Let’s make Luther shine!

Parade: March Down Main Street

• When: 5:30 p.m. sharp (line up by 5:15 p.m.)
• Where: Main Street to Wildhorse Park
• Details: Dust off your floats, bikes, or vintage cars—there’s still time to join Luther’s Independence Day Parade! This patriotic procession marches down Main Street, ending at Wildhorse Park for the festival. All are welcome—families, businesses, or your 4-H crew. Email Josh at djbookingokc@gmail.com (subject: “Parade”) with your name, number, and float details. No fee, just small-town spirit! During the parade, firefighters will pass the boot for Fill the Boot donations to support their life-saving work.

Festival: Family Fun at Wildhorse Park

• When: 6:00 p.m. to dark (~9:30 p.m.)
• Where: Wildhorse Park, 2199 Ash St, Luther, OK
• Details: After the parade, Wildhorse Park transforms into a family-friendly fiesta. DJ Nevaeh Smith, a talented Luther High School student, spins tunes and emcees, keeping the vibe high. Kids can dive into axe throwing, gunny sack races, lawn games, and more. The star attraction? A rehabbed dunk tank where you can submerge a firefighter for a donation—bring your aim and a few bucks! Food trucks and vendors will keep you fueled, with Fill the Boot donations continuing to support our volunteer fire department. Free entry, family-friendly, and pure Luther love.

Fireworks: Sky-High Finale

• When: At dark (~9:30 p.m.)
• Where: Wildhorse Park
• Details: Cap the night with a fireworks extravaganza lighting up Luther’s skies. Grab a blanket, settle in, and “ooh” and “ahh” as bursts of red, white, and blue honor our community and country. This display is a fundraiser highlight for the Luther Fire Department. Free to watch, but donations keep our firefighters equipped.

Vendors Wanted: Join the Fest!

• Details: Got a business or craft? Set up a 10×10 booth at Wildhorse Park for just $25 (checks to “The Town of Luther”). Load-in from 3:30–5:00 p.m., ready by 5:30 p.m., wrap by 9:00 p.m. Electricity available (20 amps per outlet). Email djbookingokc@gmail.com (subject: “Fireworks Festival Vendor”) with your business name, contact info, what you sell, and social media/website links. Fill out the town’s Vendor Application on-site. Spots are open—join the fun and support our firefighters!

Fireworks Stand: Opus at Threatt Filling Station

• Where: Threatt Filling Station, 101 Hwy 66 E, Luther, OK
• Details: Before the fest, stock up at Opus Entertainment’s fireworks stand at the historic Threatt Filling Station on Route 66 at County Line Road. Josh and Stephanie Smith offer ~200 firework options, including 29 items under $2 and “mystery boxes” packed with $200+ worth of goodies for ~$125. Military and first responders get 10% off. Open daily. Josh’s “fireworks fix” started as a way to fund his obsession, but now it’s a community hub drawing folks from hours away. Stop by, grab a deal, and marvel at the Filling Station’s upgrades!

Why It Matters

This shindig isn’t just about sparklers—it’s a fundraiser for the Luther Volunteer Fire Department. Josh and Stephanie of Opus Entertainment pour their hearts into this event, juggling logistics, vendors, and their fireworks stand to make it happen. “It’s a hustle to organize these fundraisers, but help from folks like you makes it possible,” Josh says. Every Fill the Boot donation, dunk tank toss, or vendor fee keeps our fire department ready to roll. Luther’s small-town spirit shines brightest when we come together—parade, play, and pass the boot!

Get Involved

• Parade: Email djbookingokc@gmail.com (subject: “Parade”) by July 4 to join. Be ready by 5:15 p.m. on July 5.
• Vendors: Email djbookingokc@gmail.com (subject: “Fireworks Festival Vendor”) with booth details. $25 fee, due at setup.
• Donate: Toss cash in the Fill the Boot buckets or dunk a firefighter. Every dollar helps.
• Fireworks Stand: Visit Opus at Threatt Filling Station for deals and mystery boxes. Support local and score 10% off if you’re military or a first responder.
• Follow the FB Event Page for updates on vendors, games, and more.

Let’s make July 5, 2025, a red, white, and blue blast! March in the parade, dunk a firefighter, grab a mystery box, and cheer for our fire department under the fireworks.