Thunder on the Mountain, Alabama’s most spectacular and largest Fourth of July fireworks show, returns to Red Mountain on Friday, July 4, 2025. Vulcan Park and Museum invites the community to experience this annual tradition as the city’s sky lights up in celebration of the nation’s birthday.
At approximately 9 p.m., Pyro Shows of Alabama will launch the first of more than 2,500 fireworks shells and effects in a 20-minute show synchronized to a patriotic soundtrack. Music will be broadcast on iHeartMedia Birmingham radio stations, including 102.5 The Bull, 103.1 The Vulcan, 103.7 The Q, Magic 96.5, News Radio 960 WERC, and La Jefa 98.3.
The show will also air live on WBRC FOX6 News for viewers across the Birmingham metro area.
Presented by Medical Properties Trust, Thunder on the Mountain is organized by Vulcan Park Foundation with support from the City of Birmingham, the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the City of Homewood. Additional support is provided by iHeartMedia Birmingham, La Jefa 98.3, WBRC FOX6, and corporate partner Birmingham Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
Vulcan Park and Museum will close to the public at 4 p.m. on July 4 to allow for event setup and safety preparations.
EXCLUSIVE VIEWING PARTY
For the first time in the event’s history, Vulcan Park and Museum will host an exclusive, all-inclusive viewing party on-site, giving guests a front-row seat to one of the state’s most iconic Independence Day displays.
The Thunder on the Mountain Viewing Party will take place on Kiwanis Centennial Park, offering a premium vantage point. This ticketed experience includes a catered dinner, open bar, and reserved parking with shuttle service.
DATE Friday, July 4, 2025
TIME 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM