Aspen
Aspen's
Old Fashioned Fourth Celebration
Starts
at noon on July 4with a parade on Main Street.
The
festivities also include a block party on the mall, a kid's bicycle rodeo and (provided
a burn ban is not in effect), a spectacular fireworks over Aspen Mountain. The
fireworks are scheduled to start at 9:15 p.m.For more information, contact the
Aspen Chamber Resort Association at 970-925-1940
Fourth
of July Celebration
July
4th 8:30pm., Free
Aspen
Golf Course
Atlanta
July 4th Celebrations
July 4, 2008 - Various Locations
throughout the Atlanta Georgia Area
Anywhere you are in Atlanta, you'll find birthday
parties for the good old U.S.A. Local newspapers carry all the particulars,
so you can find anything from 'huge' Fireworks
Displays... to... `small-town'
Parades and Picnics.
Centennial Olympic Park ...
located between Baker Street
and Techwood Drive is the site of Atlanta's daylong Independence Day celebration. Live Music & Entertainment start in the afternoon
and end with a 'really big' Fireworks Display choreographed to a
Musical Score. Thousands of
people turn out, but you can also view the fireworks from a variety of `less crowded' spots nearby.
Festivities begin at 4:30 PM, with the fireworks show at 9:30 PM.
Hosting the largest Fireworks Show in the Southeast, Lenox Square will light up the
beautiful Buckhead District with
a huge Pyrotechnic Extravaganza
at 9:40 PM.
Turner Field will also host a
fireworks show immediately following the Braves game.
Austin
The Austin Symphony July 4th Concert & Fireworks
–
Tuesday, July 4, 2006 - 8:30 pm - Northeast Triangle of Zilker
Park (Lou Neff Point) Free, On July 4th, well over 100,000 people will gather
at Zilker Park for the largest Independence Day celebration in Austin ever. The
Austin Symphony will be under the apt baton of ASO Music Director Peter Bay.
The Austin Symphony July 4th Concert and Fireworks will feature patriotic music
and the ever-popular 1812 Overture--the latter punctuated by 75-millimeter
Howitzer cannons, courtesy of Texas National Guard Salute Battery, and
spectacular fireworks over Town Lake.
Volente Beach Fireworks, July 1st
–
Bring
books, gently used, 3$ if no book. Fireworks at dark. Volente Beach is on the
North shore of lake Travis.
Carlos' N Charlie's Fireworks and
Concert-
Monday, July 3rd - Lake Travis fireworks and a Bad Company
concert Admission: Free for firework viewing; concert $29.75 5973 Hi Line Rd
Austin, TX 78734
Lakeway City Park, July 4th –
Fourth
of July all day event starting with a fanciful sponsored parade/floats that
make their way down Lakeway Drive. Locals then head to the park for a picnic,
games for kids, music and the announcement of the float award winners. The rest
of the afternoon is usually filled with games, food, drinks and many more
surprises. The day is rounded out with fireworks set to music at night. 502
Hurst Creek Rd Austin, TX 78734
SERTOMA 4th of July Celebration San
Gabriel Park, July 4th< Georgetown, TX (512) 863-9907 7:30 am-11:00
pm
"Fire in the Sky" at Whole
Foods Market Admission: $5 Get tickets early to watch enjoy live music
and food while watching the fireworks from Upstairs Plaza above Whole Foods.
(512) 476-1206
San Marcos Summerfest, July 4th
11:00 am-11:00 pm Sewell Park San Marcos, TX Independence Day celebration
featuring family activities, musical acts and a fireworks display on the banks
of the San Marcos river.(512) 393-8400 Admission: Free
Dripping Springs - "Fire in the
Sky" July 4th Celebration. at Sports Park off RR12S 6:30 PM TO
11:00 PM 512-858-4740
Boulder
Fourth
of July Fireworks Display
Folsom
Field
At
Dusk
Charlotte
Red,
White and Boom!
Memorial
Stadium
July
4th, 301 N. Kings Drive
Lots
of Kids Activities, Live music, Fireworks display and much more.
Charlottesville
FIREWORKS FLY AT MCINTIRE PARK
McIntire Park will open for Fourth of July festivities at 4pm on the 4th of
July. There will be entertainment and food vendors starting at 5pm. The
fireworks will begin at approx. 9:15pm. There is no parking at the park, or
golf course for the public. Both areas will be gated. Beginning at 4:00pm the
CTS will offer free shuttle bus service from these satellite parking lots:
K-Mart on Hydraulic Road and the Albemarle County Office Building. Two buses
will serve Walker Middle School Upper parking Lot for passengers with
disabilities, to McIntire Park. Return shuttle service until the park is empty.
No dogs, alcohol, or personal fireworks will be allowed in the park. Fees for
some events, but the fireworks are free. All ages welcome.
ASH LAWN-HIGHLAND CELEBRATING AMERICA'S INDEPENDENCE WITH JAMES
MONROE
In celebration of Independence Day, James Monroe will be "at home" at
Ash Lawn-Highland. As visitors tour his historic estate, the fifth President
will welcome them in the intimacy of his study where he will reminisce about
his part in the founding of our nation. Craft demonstrations, colonial games
and more. Bring your picnic and lunch on the lawn. Ash Lawn-Highland.
Directions: 1000 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, 2.5 miles past
Monticello. 1 to 5pm, rain or shine. $Free with admission. All ages welcome.
Special Needs Accommodation: Wheelchair accessible, foreign language tours
available Email: mailto:info@ashlawnhighland.org?subject=Celebrating.
For details, please click this link. For more info call: 434-293-9539.
Chicago
July
4th Celebration at Navy Pier
This
Independence Day, Chicago's
Navy Pier will host a spectacular fireworks extravaganza to celebrate
America in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to the amazing fireworks display,
visitors will also enjoy a variety of other activities including live
entertainment from some of Chicago's hottest musical artists. There are always
interesting things to see and do at the festive Navy
Pier.
Cleveland
July 2 - Westlake - Crocker
Park; 11am - 10pm; Cleveland Pops Orchestra at
830pm, fireworks at dusk
July 3 - Elyria - Cascade Park, Cascade Park Dr.; music, food, and
fireworks; 6pm - 11pm
July 3 - Independence - Elmwood Park; at 10pm
July 3 to 4 - Cuyahoga Falls - Blossom Music Center; Blossom Festival Band
July 4 - Nautica
Queen; Dinner and Fireworks cruise on Lake Erie;
call 216 696-8888 for reservations.
Columbia
23rd Annual Hilton Head Firecracker 5000 Firecracker
Run - July 4th - 8:00am
The 23rd Annual Firecracker 5000 Road Race and Fun Walk will be held on Friday,
July 4 at 8:00am at the Mall at Shelter Cove. The Hilton Head Firecracker 5000,
is the largest and oldest road race in Beaufort County. Over 950 runners and
walkers from across the United States annually participate in this fun,
healthy, family event. This year a record number of over 1,200 are expected to
be on hand to help us celebrate.
The 5K (3.1 miles) Firecracker 5000 course starts and finishes behind the Mall
at Shelter Cove and takes participants through the fast and flat roads around
Shelter Cove Harbour. The festive post-race celebration features live music,
fresh fruit, ice cold refreshments, door prizes and more. A percentage of
proceeds from the event benefits local charities including: The Hilton Head
Runners Club and others.
Race Packet Pick Up and Late
Registration will be held Thursday, July 3 from 3:00 - 6:00pm at center
court inside the Mall at Shelter Cove and on Race Day behind the Mall from 6:30
- 7:30am.
Pre-registration is only $30. Late
registration is $35. The first 1200 participants will receive a colorful
Hilton Head Firecracker 5000 performance T-shirt. ( much better then
the old cotton shirt )
2008 Patriots Point 4th of July Blast!
7/4/2008
Email: jmcelroy@patriotspoint.org
It's like no other 4th of July celebration on the eastern seaboard.
The Patriots Point 4th of July Blast starts at 4:00 pm on Independence Day with
a fantastic food court, beer garden and terrific children's area we call
"The KidZone." Remember, the 4th falls on a Friday this year...
kicking off a great weekend.
As the sun starts to set center stage heats up with The East Coast Party
Band... one of the Carolinas favorite show bands.
Then at 9:30 pm a Charleston Harbor tradition comes to life; fireworks launched
from the flight deck of the world famous aircraft carrier USS YORKTOWN. It's a
show that's been featured in the New York Times travel section, Southern Living
and a host of other publications.
The Patriots Point 4th of July Blast!
4:00 pm to 11:30 pm
Admission to the landside events- FREE.
Dallas / Fort
Worth
Independence
Day Parade
The
Arlington 4th of July Association proudly organizes an outstanding and widely
respected parade each Independence Day in and around downtown Arlington, Texas.
This Association is a non-profit, non-partisan, and nonpolitical organization
that may not be used as a vehicle for any social, commercial or political
purpose. It is staffed entirely by conscientious volunteer members of the local
community with the goal of promoting the celebration of USA’s Independence Day via
a parade. You may refer to our “Theme”
and “Dedication”
areas of our web site for more information regarding the history of the
parade.The parade is an annual event and consists of generally 150 entries. The
number of spectators over the years has ranged from of 5,000 to 70,000. Parade
entries include marching bands to exotic automobiles, military color guards to
clowns, and dignitaries to unique presentations. Of course, the parade has a
distinguished assortment of floats. Some floats are professionally built, but
many are the proud results of individual ingenuity by local organizations and
businesses. There is even an Award Ceremony after the parade at Fielder Museum
at 1 pm to recognize excellence within each of several categories. Refer to our
rules and regulations for a complete list of categories. They hope that you
will join us for the 43rd annual parade on Friday, July 4th at 9:00 a.m., for
the 2008 edition of USA's Independence Day Parade in downtown Arlington.
Denver
The
Colorado Symphony Orchestra
will give
a free concert in City Park starting at 7 p.m. on July 4. The City Park
Independence Day Celebration includes favorites by Leroy Anderson, Sousa,
Copland and Tchaikovsky.
The Denver Municipal Band will be performing in Washington Park starting at
7:30 p.m. on July 4.
Green Valley Ranch's Independence Day Celebration
on
July 4includes music, food and fireworks at the Amphitheater & Plaza.
The
Old-Fashioned July 4th Celebration at Four Mile Historic Park
(715
Forest Street) includes the reading of the Declaration of Independence, music,
games and more. The festivities run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 4. Admission
is $7 for adults, $5 for FMHP members, $4 for seniors and students. Children 5
and under get in for free.
Fort Bend
Concert
in the Plaza
Jul 5 2008 7:00PM - Jul 5 2008 9:00PMCome out for a Patriotic Concert by
"Phoenix Rhythm & Horns".- Town Square
Red
White and Bluefest
Friday
July 4, 2008- at Oyster Creek Park 23rd Annual 4th of
July Celebration
Family 4th Celebration
July 04, 2008
Rosenberg, Texas
Held at Seabourne Creek Park. Family fun and includes free
concert by the Triumphs. Spectacular fireworks
Estimated attendees-5000
Want more info: 832-595-3520
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Fourth of July
Celebration, Independence Day Starts
at 3PM At
Buffalo Run Park – Buffalo Run Drive, Missouri City 77459 |
Missouri
City's annual July 4th Celebration will be held at Buffalo
Run Park on
Buffalo Run Drive off of Texas Parkway for the first time this summer. This
event was previously held outside City Hall. This years Celebration features
many new activities and music by Hamilton Loomis. Wheels of Freestyle will be
demonstrating their skills on BMX bikes in the parking area at Buffalo Run
Park, and Texas Snakes and More will be on hand with non-venomous snakes for
the kids to see and touch. Other attractions include face painters, balloon
artists, magicians, a stilt walker and, of course, lots of good food, fun and
fireworks. Oyster Creek Rotary club will once again operate a beverage tent at
the celebration, with funds raised going to that civic organization. The
largest lake at the 95-acre park will be the perfect setting for the fireworks
show, with the display reflecting off the water.
Fort Lauderdale
4th
of July Bazaar at Flamingo Gardens
Crafts,
jewelry, art, photography, antiques, collectibles and gifts. Discounted admission
to shows, gardens and animal exhibits is $12 for ages 12 and up, $5.50 for
children 4-11.
9:30 am - 4:30 pm For more info: 954-473-2955
Galveston
Fourth
of July Parade
Friday, July 4, 2008
10am
Don't
miss the annual Fourth of July Parade, July 4th at 10am. The event begins
downtown at 25th and Santa Fe Place; continues from Santa Fe Place to the
Strand at 21st; continues 21st to Post office; then Post office to 24th; 24th
to Sealy.
Following
the parade there will be a 4th of July celebration at Sealy Pavilion (24th and
Sealy) with patriotic entertainment, free hot dogs and lemonade, and free
American flags for the children.
Houston
CHEVY'S FREEDOM OVER TEXAS WITH
FIREWORKS
PRESENTED
BY SHELL FEATURES COUNTRY MUSIC SENSATIONS SARA EVANS, MIRANDA LAMBERT & JO
DEE MESSINA
Mayor Bill White Invites Texas to Houston's Star-Spangled Fourth of July
Celebration with America's Largest Land-Based Fireworks Show and a Schedule
Filled with Family Activities
The eyes and ears of
Texas will be on Houston this Fourth of July weekend, as the city's official
July Fourth event offers unbeatable entertainment, a lively outdoor festival,
and the largest land-based fireworks show in the nation. On Friday, July 4,
Sara Evans, Miranda Lambert and Jo Dee Messina, will ignite the stage at the 2008 Chevy's Freedom Over Texas with
Fireworks Presented by Shell. The concert will be followed by the
largest land-based fireworks show in the nation, presented by Shell Oil Company
and produced by the world-renowned fireworks artists form Pyro Spectaculars
North by Souza. Both the concert and the fireworks will be televised live
statewide from Eleanor Tinsley Park.
4:00
p.m. — Gates open
5:00
to 8:00 p.m. — Live entertainment on all stages
6:30
p.m. — Jo Dee Messina
7:30
p.m. — Miranda Lambert
8:30
p.m. — Sara Evans
9:35
to 9:55 p.m. — Fireworks spectacular presented by Shell
When the concert comes
to a close at approximately 9:30 p.m., eyes will turn skyward for an
extraordinary fireworks display. Perfectly set to a selection of America's
favorite tunes, from patriotic songs to rock ‘n' roll hits to classic
bestsellers, this year's show is the city's largest to date.
“Houston invites all
of Texas to celebrate America 's birthday with us," said Mayor Bill White.
"Thanks to Chevy's continuous partnership, the city is able to bring in
unbeatable headliners and a host of other entertainment. For the third year in
a row, Shell is on board to underwrite a spectacular fireworks show, making
Houston the number one Fourth of July destination in the country."
Want more info: www.chevysfreedomovertexas.com
4th of
July
FIREWORKS
Over
Clear Lake
Friday,
July 4th
Over
beautiful Clear Lake off of Nasa Road One
the
display begins after 9:00 pm
Celebrate
America's independence with this time-honored Clear Lake tradition! Join the
Fireworks Committee, led by Chairman Terri Divine, Visiting Angels Living
Assistance Services, as they present the "Salute to America."
JULY
4th FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
AT SAM
HOUSTON RACE PARK
Annual Celebration Taking Place on Friday, July 4,
2008
WHAT:
Sam Houston Race Park (www.shrp.com) will present the annual July
4th Fireworks Extravaganza on Friday, July 4, 2008. The
All-American Independence Day celebration will feature thrilling live Quarter
Horse races, fantastic dining packages, live entertainment in between races,
family activities and more. In addition, patrons will be treated to one
of the largest and most patriotic fireworks displays in town. For more
information call 281.807.8760 or visit www.shrp.com.
WHO:
Sam Houston Race Park is Houston’s premier racing and entertainment facility,
located 15 minutes from downtown, offering a variety of attractions including
19 luxury suites overlooking the track, The Pavilion Centre, and award-winning
dining options at the Winner’s Circle Restaurant and Jockey Club. For
more information, please visit www.shrp.com.
WHEN:
Friday, July 4, 2008
10:30 a.m. Gates open
5:00 p.m. Quarter Horse
Racing Begins
Live Entertainment Between Races
9:30 p.m. Fireworks
Display
WHERE:
Sam Houston Race Park
7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway West
Houston, Texas 77064
TICKETS:
Winner’s Circle Package $44 per person or $39.95 for groups of 10 plus.
Includes admission, racing program, tip sheet, $2
betting voucher, dinner at the
Grande Buffet and your seat for the night
Club Level Package $19 per person and includes
admission, Club Level
counter seating, racing program, tip sheet, $2 betting voucher, entrée
and
a beverage
Regular admission $4 for adults; $2 Senior Citizens; children 12 and under
get in FREE
INFO:
For more information, call 281-807-8760 or visit www.shrp.com.
Indianapolis
Regions Bank Freedom
Blast
July 4th at 9:47 p.m., FREE
Downtown Indianapolis
WTTS Family Fest hosted by Mayor Bart Peterson
July 4th 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., FREE
Canal and White River State Park
July 4th Celebration
July 4th Gates open at 5 p.m. $25; $15 children; $20 in advance, $10 children
Rathskeller at the Athenaeum
31st Annual Ice Cream
Social
July 4th 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $7, $4-children
President Benjamin Harrison home
July 4th Celebration
July 4th Gates open at 5 p.m. $25; $15 children; $20 in advance, $10 children
Rathskeller at the Athenaeum
Indianapolis Indians vs.
Columbus Clippers
July 4th 6 p.m., $7 and $12
Victory Field
Concerts on the Canal
July 4th 4:30 to 9 p.m., FREE except for reserved seating, $25 tables of 4; $20
members; $35 tables of 8; $30 members
Indiana Historical Society
Taste of Freedom
July 4th noon until after fireworks, FREE
White River State Park
13th Annual July 4th
Family Celebration
July 4th 6 p.m. until after fireworks, $5, FREE for ages 18 and under
Indianapolis Propylaeum
Independence in Indiana
July 4th 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. $7; $6.50 seniors; $4 children 3 - 12 &
FREE members.
Minneapolis
Taste
of Minnesota 2008
July
3rd-6th; No admission charge; Fireworks each evening at 10:15
July
4th Summer Sale
Albertville
Premium Outlets- July 3rd- 7th
Nathan's Famous 4th of July Hot Dog Eating
Contest Qualifier in Minneapolis
Naperville
Naperville Exchange Club’s Ribfest
July 3 rd- 6th,
2008 Knoch Park
http://www.ribfest.net/
New York City
The Great July 4th Festival – Friday July
4th - the
street fair showcases 600 international food vendors, as well as arts, crafts
and merchandise exhibitors like Indonesian Jewelry and Chinese Pottery; July
4, 10 a.m.-8 p.m
(on Water Street from Fulton - Broad Street)
http://nycstreetfairs.com/sched.html
6th Avenue Summerfest – Saturday July 5th
(on 6th Avenue from 23rd
- 33rd Street)
http://nycstreetfairs.com/sched.html
Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks—July 4th
Independence Day Fireworks in New York - At 9 pm macys.com
Brooklyn Independence Day Parade- • July 2, 10 a.m.;
starts at 76th St. and Third Ave., down Third Ave. to Marine Ave., up to Fourth
Ave. and into John Paul Jones Park at 101st St. and Fourth Ave- http://www.nyc.gov/html/misc/html/2002b/july4-old.html
Patti
Fund Festival
Borden
Avenue between 2nd and 5th Streets (Queens) 3 pm- 11 pm
Raleigh
July 4 th Celebration at
KoKa Booth Amphitheatre
Featuring
patriotic music by the Cary Town Band and the North Carolina Symphony, this
event is always a huge hit with the entire family. Tarps, blankets & chairs
allowed within venue gates; staking and tents not permitted; free admission
Carolina
Mudcats vs Tennessee Smokies at Five County Stadium- Call (919)- 269-2287
Independence
Day Olde Time Celebration
Fred
G. Bond Metro Park and Boathouse
8-
10 am fishing tournament; 10 am “Parade in the Park”; 10:30 - 11 a.m. Applause!
Cary Youth Theatre Musical Revue; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Family Contests (Boathouse);
Free admission
http://www.visitraleigh.com/visitors/event.details.php?id=12158
Salt Lake City
Rock’n on Main Street- 4th of July
This event will be held on Main Street between Tabernacle and 100
South, and inside the Town Square from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm (setup begins at
2:00 pm).
A bustle of Street Fair activities will be ongoing, including
Hoola-Hoop & Sock-Hop Contests, Watermelon and Ice Cream Eating Contests,
Kiddie Rides, Games, and an assortment of foods and activities for all ages
throughout the day. The evening will culminate with the highlight of our
“Rock’n on Main Street” event with the authentic “B.B. Drifters” from the
Fabulous Fifties.
http://saltlakecity.kijiji.com/c-Events-ROCK-N-ON-MAIN-4TH-OF-JULY-W0QQAdIdZ49258849
Freedom Festival
July 3rd, South Salt Lake
Thursday,
July 3rd. 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Granite High School 3300 South 500 East. Free admission
San Antonio
Fourth
of July Celebration-
June
30th- July 4th
Enjoy
festivals, concerts and fireworks at locations across San Antonio celebrating
Independence Day. Some highlights include Freedom Fest at Market Square, an
arts and crafts show along the River Walk and extravaganzas at local theme
parks. www.marketsquaresa.com
July
4th Celebration and HEB Fireworks
Woodlawn
Lake Park 1103 Cincinnati; San Antonio, Texas
http://www.saparksfoundation.org/july4.html
Patriotic
Fireworks Spectacular
July
4th and July 5th at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
http://www.sixflags.com/fiestaTexas/events/CalendarEvents.aspx
San Francisco
Fourth of July Waterfront Celebration
Friday,
July 4, 2008; 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM; at Pier 39
Fourth
of July Family Festival
11 am - 8 pm ; Celebrate
Independence Day at The Cannery's Family Festival. There will be face painting
to entertain the children (11 am to 3 pm), live musical performances featuring local
artists playing classic American hits (until 8 pm) plus delectable food
offerings by The Cannery's fine selection of restaurants and cafes.
http://www.delmontesquare.com/
Scottsdale
Cave
Creek Fireworks Extravangza at Harold’s
July
2nd- July 4th
Grand
Ol’ Family Picnic
5-
7:30 pm; Scottsdale Stadium
408
E Osborn Rd; 480-312-0217
Old
fashioned games, arts and crafts, watermelon and pie eating contests, and more
family fun. There will be no fireworks at this event, but there will be
information on area fireworks shows. Free admission.
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St Louis
July 4, Fair St. Louis
and Veiled Prophet Parade
St. Louis Riverfront; 314-571-6191; Admission Free; Vendor Costs
July 5, LIVE on the
Levee
St. Louis Riverfront; 314-571-6191; Admission Free; Vendor Costs; See St. Louis Front Page - Concert News
Tim
McGraw- Verizon Wireless Ampitheatre
July
4th 7:00 pm
Fourth
of July Festivities
Friday, July 4, 2008
Fireworks and a free musical concert sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of
Ste. Genevieve in the city park overlooking the Mississippi River. St. Genevieve, MO
Sugar Land
Concert in the Plaza
Jul 5 2008 7:00PM - Jul 5 2008 9:00PMCome out for a Patriotic Concert by
"Phoenix Rhythm & Horns".- Town Square
Red
White and Bluefest
Friday
July 4, 2008- at Oyster Creek Park 23rd Annual 4th of
July Celebration
Vail
Westin
Riverfront Resort and Spa Salute to the USA
July
3, 2008 5- 10:30 pm Fireworks at 9:45
Harry
A. Nottingham Park- Free admission
http://www.primavail.com/calendar.cfm
America Days
The
day starts off with a patriotic parade that meanders downtown, which is
followed by a picnic with live entertainment at Ford Park.- Friday July 4th,
2008
http://www.mountaindestination.com/vail-events.php