The Old Fashioned
Sussex County 4th of July Celebration

July 2–5, 2026  •  Georgetown Speedway
Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary
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"We're building more than an event — we're building a tradition."
— Chad Cathell, Georgetown Speedway General Manager

Carnival Rides ★ Tractor Pulls ★ Freestyle Motocross ★ Live Music ★ Antique Tractors ★ Classic Cars ★ Fireworks

Four Days of Celebration

Thursday, July 2

Carnival Preview Night

  • Soft opening! Full carnival midway by Reithoffer Shows
  • Rides, midway games & classic carnival food
  • Beat the holiday crowds
Friday, July 3

Tractor Pull Day

  • Atlantic Pro Pulling League Tractor Pull presented by the Farmers Bank of Willards
  • Antique Tractor Show (Fri–Sat)
  • Full vendor midway & carnival
Saturday, July 4

Independence Day

  • Noon — Gates open; carnival & vendors
  • 1:00 PM — The Funsters
  • 3:00 PM — Los Amigos Del Jefe
  • 5:00 PM — Mike Hines
  • 6:00 PM — Grandstand gates open
  • 6:30 PM — Tractor Pull exhibition
  • 8:00 PM — 406FMX Freestyle Motocross
  • 9:30 PM — Fireworks Spectacular
Sunday, July 5

Grand Finale

  • Classic Car Show celebrating automotive heritage
  • Final day of the Reithoffer Shows carnival
  • Select vendors on site

Friday gate times and ticket information will be announced soon.

For Our Local Heroes

This celebration is about more than fireworks. The Old Fashioned Sussex County 4th of July Celebration is a community fundraising event — proceeds benefit two cornerstone organizations that serve Sussex County year-round.

Every ticket, every ride, every funnel cake supports the local heroes who answer the call every single day.

Georgetown Fire Company
Station 77

Serving the Georgetown community

Georgetown EMS
Station 93

Serving the Georgetown community

Saturday Live Music Lineup

1:00 PM

The Funsters

3:00 PM

Los Amigos Del Jefe

5:00 PM

Mike Hines

Thank You to Our Partners

Sponsorship Opportunities

Seven patriotic levels to commemorate America's 250th

LevelInvestmentHighlights
Liberty Legacy Partner
Only one available
$25,000Presenting sponsor recognition, top billing across all advertising, category exclusivity, premier logo placement, headline media mentions, Wednesday Night Partner Experience
Founders Circle Sponsor
Two available
$15,000Prominent logo placement, premium on-site signage, media recognition, Wednesday Night Partner Experience
Freedom Sponsor
Five available
$10,000High-visibility branding across digital, print & on-site, stage recognition, Wednesday Night Partner Experience
Independence Sponsor$5,000Strong brand placement, on-site recognition, select promotional visibility
US Patriot Sponsor$2,500Logo inclusion in marketing materials and event recognition
Stars & Stripes Sponsor$1,000Community supporter recognition and on-site acknowledgment
Community Celebration Sponsor$500An accessible way for businesses and families to support this historic community event

★ Exclusive Wednesday Night Partner Experience

A private, invitation-only evening reserved exclusively for our top-tier partners. Host your employees, leadership team, and special guests for entertainment, elevated hospitality, and premium networking in a fully private setting — with early brand spotlight recognition.

Getting There

Georgetown Speedway

22206 Speedway Rd
Georgetown, DE 19947

Located just off US Route 113 (Dupont Blvd) at Speedway Road — easy to reach from anywhere on Delmarva.

Phone: (302) 563-4896

Get Directions

Be Part of Something Historic

Sponsorship, partnership, and vendor opportunities are still available.

Contact Chad Cathell

info@thegeorgetownspeedway.com