Fire up the grill or pack a picnic. It’s time to celebrate! If you’re looking for a fun way to spend the Fourth of July — plus see some fireworks — here’s your 2011 guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows in our area:
(If we missed any, please send an email to [email protected])
June 25
The Rock Ranch
June 25, 2011, 4:00 p.m.
Join The Rock Ranch for their 2nd annual celebration of our freedom as Americans. Pay tribute to veterans, enjoy an evening of family fun, eat some good food, listen to live music and enjoy one of the largest fireworks displays in the state! Bring the whole neighborhood because admission not paid per person but PER CAR!
July 2
Fort Benning: Annual Independence Day Celebration
July 2, 2011, 3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Fourth of July a week ahead of time! Free music, free 20+ inflatables, free fireworks, free military demonstrations, free admission, free parking and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Location: York Field, Fort Benning
July 3
Fireworks at Lake Meriwether
July 3, 2011
Come join us for an elaborate evening at Lake Meriwether in Woodbury, Georgia on July 3rd. This is an annual event each year. Great food and kids activities for all ages are lined up. On-going entertainment is on tap throughout the evening until the fireworks celebration begins. A spectacular firework show at 10pm will start your Independence Celebration in Meriwether County.
July 4
Callaway Gardens: 4th of July Star Spangled Beach Party
July 4, 2011
The celebration begins early and lasts into the night at our annual July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party. We celebrate Independence Day with a day of pure fun. So pack a picnic and sunscreen, round up your friends and family, and head to Callaway Gardens for a spectacular fourth of July!
Columbus & Phenix City: Thunder on the Hooch
July 4, 2011
WTVM, the cities of Columbus and Phenix City are proud to offer this event for the entire family. This annual event will attract over 30,000 people to both sides of the river. Scheduled from 5pm until the fireworks display, there will be fun for the whole family! Fireworks Celebration after dark!
Auburn-Opelika Fourth of July celebration
July 4, 2011
Gates open at 6 p.m. and the fireworks begin at 9 p.m. This year’s Fourth of July celebration takes place at Duck Samford Stadium in Auburn. Music by the Weston Burt Band, fun activities, balloon art for the kids and fireworks. Bring a picnic or buy food on site from Country’s Barbecue. Parking will be available on East University Drive near the old Duck Samford Fields. Rain date: Tuesday, July 5 at 9 p.m.
