South Abilene ready for a Spectacular night

Organizers have put the finishing touches on Wednesday evening's WesTex Connects 25th annual Fireworks Spectacular & Drone Show.

For the first time, this year's fireworks show will be held at Wylie High School's Hugh Sandifer Stadium.

In past years, the show has been held at the Festival Gardens near the Abilene Zoo. Not paid for by the city or Wylie High School, the fireworks show has been a longtime independent venture.

Gates open at 6 p.m. with the Dyess Honor Guard kicking off the event. The Matera Grill Hot Dog Buffet will be served from 6:30-8 p.m. though concessions will be open throughout the night. Spectators will be seated on the home side of the field only.

Live music starts at 7 p.m. with Parkside, followed by an aircraft flyover at 8 p.m. by Big Country 1. Live music then resumes with South of Mayhem at 8:15 p.m.

Those with children ages 3-12 should ask at the gate about registration for the Interactive Entrance, which is limited to the first 100 children, who must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Children's Fireworks Show starts at 9:30 p.m.

The fireworks and drone show will start at 10 p.m. with a music simulcast on 106.3 FM.

Tickets are $18.34 each and can only be purchased online .

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