Petersburg, VA

<div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=236ixm_0u7kBPih00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=236ixm_0u7kBPih00" width="2048" height="1365" ></p><p> TRI-CITIES — How will you celebrate America's 248th birthday? Here's an extensive list of events happening in Tri-Cities and beyond. The first dazzling fireworks will be fired from a barge on the river. Hopewell's Fireworks on the Appomattox event takes place Saturday, June 29 at 9:30 p.m. on the waterfront. </p><p> The grand display may be watched from multiple public viewing locations including the Hopewell City Marina, City Park, TriCities Hospital, Hopewell River Walk and historic downtown Hopewell. All spectator areas are first-come, first-served. Handicap parking is available at the hospital, and only hospital visitors may park in the main parking lot. Visit <a href="https://www.hopewellrecandparks.com/532/Fireworks-on-the-Appomattox" rel="nofollow"> hopewellrecandparks.com </a> for more info and a list of places to park. </p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Old Towne Petersburg </h2><p> On Wednesday, July 3, head to Old Towne to attend the Independence Day Celebration co-hosted by the city of Petersburg and Trapezium Brewing Company. The brewery opens at 4 p.m. to kick off the fun. Beginning at 5 p.m., there will be music, food trucks, a beer tent, outdoor games and more. The event takes place at the brewery located at 423 3rd Street and Petersburg Harbor along River and Third Streets. Remember to take lawn chairs. The fireworks show begins at 9 p.m. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.petersburg-va.org/" rel="nofollow"> petersburg-va.org </a> or <a href="https://www.trapeziumbrewing.com/july-3rd-fireworks" rel="nofollow"> trapeziumbrewing.com </a> . </p><p></p><iframe height="259" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=259&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FFortGreggAdams%2Fvideos%2F482450717512003%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="100%"></iframe><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Fort Gregg-Adams </h2><p> The U.S. Army post's Independence Day event will be held at Williams Stadium on Wednesday, July 3 from 5-10 p.m. It is free and open to the public. A DJ opens the event at 5 p.m. and the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band will serve up a rousing selection of musical patriotism before American Idol Season 20 contestant singer/songwriter <a href="https://www.carriebrockwellmusic.com/" rel="nofollow"> Carrie Brockwell </a> takes the stage at 7:15 p.m. </p><p> The KidZone including bounce houses, sports challenges and climbing walls opens to everyone at 5 p.m. There will also be line dancing, soldier singing competitions and a performance from the <a href="https://sites.google.com/site/380tharmyband" rel="nofollow"> 380th U.S. Army Band </a> . Over 20 food trucks will be lined up around the stadium selling food and beverages. "Salute The Union," a rousing onstage tribute to our nation's 50 states which features live howitzer blasts, returns this year and will begin at 9 p.m. The spectacular fireworks begin at approximately 9:35 p.m. </p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><p> All visitors age 18 and older must present a government-issued ID to be admitted on the installation. Personal pyrotechnics, tailgating, tents, umbrellas, glass bottles, smoking, backpacks, coolers and pets are not permitted in or around the event area. Clear plastic and mesh see-thru bags will be allowed. For more information, visit <a href="https://home.army.mil/greggadams/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3pnoE58RqBy31dxTfD5xlDx9a2KGHnHEB23T59DVBc23v5wqomqMGFRr8_aem_EBIKKiKdR0_wZ4s9aa8oBQ" rel="nofollow"> gregg-adams.armymwr.com </a> . If it rains on Wednesday, the event, weather-permitting, will take place the following evening on July 4 [fireworks, KidZone and U.S. Army Band only]. </p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> 4th of July in the Heights </h2><p> On Thursday, July 4, watch the Colonial Heights fireworks show which begins approximately at 9:15 p.m. They can be viewed off Interstate 95, Exit 53 or 54 in the Southgate Square/Walmart Area. For more information, contact the Colonial Heights Recreation and Parks Department at 804-520-9390. The rain date is Friday, July 5. </p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2CQ5o3_0u7kBPih00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2CQ5o3_0u7kBPih00" width="1287" height="1287" ></p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Shepherd Stadium </h2><p> On Thursday, July 4, the Tri-City Chili Peppers host an Independence Day celebration at 5:45 and take on the Wilson Tobs at 7 p.m. After the game, the crowd will be treated to fireworks. This is the biggest game of the year. Shepherd Stadium is located at 901 Meridian Ave in Colonial Heights. Purchase tickets online at <a href="https://chilipeppersbaseball.com/?post_type=sny_games&amp;p=4422" rel="nofollow"> chilipeppersbaseball.com </a> . </p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Chesterfield County Fairgrounds </h2><p> Rain or shine, grab the kids and head out to the Chesterfield County Fairgrounds on Thursday, July 4 for the Chesterfield Fourth of July celebration presented by Virginia Credit Union. The gates at 10300 Courthouse Road open at 5 p.m. There will be food vendors, live music by the Morgan Lynsey Band and a Kids Zone with bounce houses, slides, a mobile game truck and more. Wristbands for the Kids Zone which closes at 8 p.m. are $5. </p><p> The Richmond-based <a href="https://www.morganlynsey.com/" rel="nofollow"> Morgan Lynsey Band </a> will perform a mix of energetic country, pop and classic rock at approximately 6 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. A DJ will provide musical entertainment when the band is not on stage. Food vendors this year include American Fruity Smoothies, Beach Community Grange, Boca Tako, Chick-fil-A, Crows Nest Cookies, DonutNV, Hawk's BBQ Extreme, Jem's Catering, King of Pops, Kona Ice, Momma's BBQ, Nolia's Lemonade, Papa John’s Pizza, Pop's Kettle Treats, Quinto Sol, Rosie's Kitchen, Royal Creamery and Icery and Strawberry Street Catering. </p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate><p> The free fireworks begin as soon as it gets dark. All traffic should enter parking areas via Krause Road. Parking is limited. Visit <a href="https://www.chesterfield.gov/4441/Fourth-of-July-Celebration" rel="nofollow"> chesterfield.gov </a> for more information including a <a href="https://www.chesterfield.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10514/Chesterfield-July-4th-Celebration-2023-Map-PDF?bidId=" rel="nofollow"> parking map </a> . Follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chesterfieldvaparksrec" rel="nofollow"> Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation </a> on Facebook for event updates. </p><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3NWVra_0u7kBPih00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3NWVra_0u7kBPih00" width="1892" height="1496" ></p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> The Diamond in RVA </h2><p> Attend the Independence Day celebration at The Diamond on Thursday, July 4. The Richmond Flying Squirrels will play the Bowie Baysox. Gates opens at 5 p.m. and the first pitch is at 6:35 p.m. Stick around for the post-game Super Blast Fireworks show. Tickets are available at the box office or online at <a href="https://www.milb.com/richmond/schedule/2024-07" rel="nofollow"> milb.com/richmond </a> . </p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Colonial Williamsburg </h2><p> On Thursday, July 4, visit Colonial Williamsburg's Historic Area and the Art Museums for free from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visit a selection of guided sites, historic trades and gardens, as well as staged performances on the Charlton Stage and in the Hennage Auditorium and expanded Art Museums collections. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is offering the complimentary admission in celebration of our nation’s birth. Visit <a href="https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/explore/special-event/july-4/" rel="nofollow"> colonialwilliamsburg.org </a> to receive free tickets and to view the other events taking place on America's birthday including the <a href="https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/events/special-event-lights-of-freedom/" rel="nofollow"> grand fireworks display </a> above the Governor’s Palace at 9:30 p.m. They can be viewed from the Palace Green, Market Square or the eastern side of the Lawn of the Art Museums. </p><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0kkBz9_0u7kBPih00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0kkBz9_0u7kBPih00" width="2048" height="1536" ></p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Amelia: Redfield Farm </h2><p> Attend 2024 Celebrate Independence! presented by Field Day of the Past at Redfield Farm on Saturday, July 6 from 3:30 - 10 p.m. If you're an early bird, you can check out the 100-mile yard sale which is from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. </p><p> Entertainment will include a beer garden, truck and tractor pulls, face painting, food trucks, cornhole competitions, activities for children, music, alcohol tasting by Sandy River Distillery, Revolutionary War camp, antique photography display and fireworks. Admission is $20 per person, children under 13 get in free. Parking is also free. Redfield Farm is located at 11404 Circle Drive in Amelia. Follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/FieldDayofthePast" rel="nofollow"> Field Day of the Past </a> on Facebook. </p><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0sHx3Z_0u7kBPih00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0sHx3Z_0u7kBPih00" width="1920" height="1279" ></p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Amusement Parks </h2><p> During Military Appreciation Week at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg July 1 – 7, enjoy nightly fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m. Visit <a href="https://buschgardens.com/williamsburg/events/military-appreciation-week/" rel="nofollow"> buschgardens.com </a> for admission details, a schedule of when military bands will perform and more info. </p><p> In Doswell, King Dominion will present Star-Spangled Nights Fireworks Spectacular three nights in a row at 10 p.m. July 4-6. They will be synchronized to the stirring tunes of patriotic music. They can best be seen in Candy Apple Grove by the Drop Tower, International Street by the Eiffel Tower, or in Jungle X-Pedition by the Backlot Stunt Coaster. Visit <a href="https://www.kingsdominion.com/events/july-fourth" rel="nofollow"> kingsdominion.com </a> for more info and admission details. </p><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0synjD_0u7kBPih00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0synjD_0u7kBPih00" width="1536" height="2048" ></p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Non-fireworks events </h2><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens </h2><p> Rain or shine, Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in Richmond will offer free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. If the weather permits, the Waterway splash pad will be open in the Children's Garden for those who wish to cool off. Parking is limited, and once lots are full, the Garden will close gates temporarily. Gates will re-open once space becomes available. Visit <a href="https://www.lewisginter.org/event/free-fourth-of-july/" rel="nofollow"> lewisginter.org </a> for more details. </p><h2 class="presto-h2 wp-block-heading"> Pamplin Historical Park </h2><p> On Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., attend the Independence Day Celebration at Pamplin Historical Park. Visitors will get a chance to meet and hear a presentation from founding father the Marquis de Lafayette portrayed by actor and historian Charles Wissinger. </p><p> Additional programs include live patriotic music performed by the Harken Back String Band, living historians portraying American Revolutionary War militia soldiers, Park Ranger Aaron Stoyack will present “Dinwiddie County in the American Revolution” where he will highlight the personalities, places and events which played a role in the road to revolution through ultimate independence, and families will have the opportunity participate in period games. </p><p> All events and activities are included with park admission. The event is sponsored by Bank of Southside Virginia. Pamplin Historical Park is located at 6125 Boydton Plank Road in Petersburg. Visit <a href="https://pamplinpark.org/event/independence-celebration-weekend/" rel="nofollow"> pamplinpark.org </a> for admission prices and more information. </p><p> Have fun, be safe and stay hydrated! </p><p><strong> How do you select a ripe melon? </strong><a href="https://www.progress-index.com/story/lifestyle/food/2024/06/25/how-to-cut-a-watermelon-video-by-social-butterfly-columnist-how-to-pick-ripe-watermelon-tips/74202617007/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Easy way to cut watermelon: Social Butterfly columnist shares simple steps with video </a></p><p><strong> Fun activities, delicious food, more </strong><a href="https://www.progress-index.com/story/entertainment/events/2024/06/26/petersburg-festival-veg-in-the-burg-plant-based-cookout-food-vendors-speakers-games-free-entry-more/74215443007/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Petersburg: Don't miss Veg in the 'Burg, a plant-based cookout, free admission </a></p><p><em> Kristi K. 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Columbus, OH

Fayetteville, WV

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BECKLEY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Independence Day is quickly approaching so we’ve compiled a list of fireworks shows near America’s newest national park. LOOTPRESS has compiled the following list of scheduled fireworks shows for communities surrounding New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. FAYETTEVILLE: Fireworks will begin at dusk on Thursday, July 4. The Fayetteville Heritage […]

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Coffee County, GA

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North Carolina State

Mount Airy, NC

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Newark, NJ

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Reading, PA

Mahanoy City, PA

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New Jersey State

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Denver, CO

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Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

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Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

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Virginia State

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Jacksonville, FL

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                        TRI-CITIES — How will you celebrate America's 248th birthday? Here's an extensive list of events happening in Tri-Cities and beyond. The first dazzling fireworks will be fired from a barge on the river. Hopewell's Fireworks on the Appomattox event takes place Saturday, June 29 at 9:30 p.m. on the waterfront.
                        The grand display...

Fireworks in my area? Extensive list of celebrations in Tri-Cities and beyond

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