12 best places to see fireworks, 4th of July parades in the High Desert Annual Mountaineer Days returns to Wrightwood this summer More in Entertainment Barstow city officials will host the 26th Annual Fireworks Spectacular on Tuesday, July 4 at the Robert A. Sessions Memorial Sportspark at 2800 Mayor Katy Parkway. Montgomery: All American Independence Day New Richmond: Freedom Fest (runs July 4-6) Northside: Northside 4th of July Parade Norwood: Hometown Fireworks Riverbend: Red, White and Boom concert The Newberry Springs CSD and Chamber of Commerce will host “3rd of July” celebration from 4 to 9:30 p.m. on July 3, at Community Park at 30884 Newberry Road. There will be live music July 4th Celebration in Mascoutah July 4 Scheve Park Food, drink, live music, rides and crafts begin at 4 p.m. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. More info here. July 4th Celebration & Fireworks in Troy July 4 Tri-Township Park Live music and family attractions start at 1 p.m. A fireworks finale will cap off the night. More info here. This Fourth of July weekend, Americans are expected to dish out quite a few dollars to celebrate the country’s independence from Great Britain in 1776. Ohio Valley - Remnant light-density smoke from previous day burning along the Mississippi Valley is moving northeastward over parts of the Ohio Valley this evening. Get data on a variety of issues VIRGINIA — Whether you want a close-up view of the D.C. fireworks or a laid-back festival atmosphere, Virginia has no shortage of prime spots to enjoy the Fourth of July celebrations. Here are some of the best locations to watch the sky light up. Top Fireworks Viewing Spots in Virginia. Gravelly Point Park (Arlington) The 35th annual Red, White and Blue Fest in Clinton starts at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 4. Local live music, food and games lead up to the fireworks finale starting at 9 p.m. Friday, July 4. Buckeye: Independence Day Celebration. Celebrate the Fourth of July 2024 tailgate-style at the Buckeye Airport. Pack a blanket and chairs to enjoy an evening of fun and fireworks. With the slogan “Pop What You Brought,” Adelanto Plaza and CARS Auto Body will host a “Parking Lot Pop” 4th of July celebration beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 4 at the Adelanto The event kicks off at noon with fireworks at 8:45 p.m. Friday, July 4. Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Free. Information: All fireworks are illegal in Victorville, California, with fines of $1,000 per violation. The Victorville Fire Department experiences a doubled call volume on July 4, straining resources. The Letters for July 4: Americans make the best choices with a free press Letter writers discuss keeping the July Fourth legacy alive, embracing Americans' differences and kingly authority. Hefty fines. Civil fines ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 will be issued to those who are identified, city leaders stated. According to Victorville Municipal Code, a $1,000 fine can be assessed per Which Alabama college town is ranked among the best 25 in U.S. by Travel + Leisure Activist group calls for July 4th boycott of major retailers, fireworks. Penn’s Landing will kick off celebrations early on June 28 with live music and fireworks along the waterfront. Phillies fans can stick around after the games on June 30 and July 1 for fireworks at Citizens Bank Park. Northeast Philly offers neighborhood displays at Pleasant Hill Park and Lawncrest Recreation Center on July 4 and 5. Plan Ahead: Claremont City Center: Thursday, July 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM. Connecticut River Valley celebration with all-day activities. Contact (603) 542-7019. Gilmanton Crystal Lake: Friday, July 4, 2025 at dusk. Lakeside fireworks with mountain views. Contact (603) 267-6700. Franconia Dow Field: Friday, July 4, 2025 at 9:30 PM. White Mountain celebration The celebration begins on Friday, July 4, at Tortoise Rock Casino in Twentynine Palms, and then on Saturday, July 5, the celebrations continue at Coachella Crossroads, next to Spotlight 29 Casino. Some of these family-friendly fireworks displays boast monster trucks, aircraft flyovers and classic parades.
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