Here are some free or low cost fireworks and Fourth of July celebrations happening today through Monday:Alabama Adventure Happy 4th of July weekend fans! Alabama Adventure salutes our military by offering free admission July 2nd - July 4th to all active duty military. In addition, their families receive a $10 off general admission discount. Thank you for all you do! Have a great holiday weekend!
City of Auburn, AL Auburn Parks and Recreation July 4th Schedule City of Auburn | Auburn Parks and Recreation July 4th Schedule www.auburnalabama.orgBerman Museum of World History Berman Museum will be open July 4th. You can go to our website, www.bermanmuseum.org, and print $1 off coupons. Bring your out-of-town guests with you. It's a great way to spend part of your holiday.
GUNTERSVILLE --
Fireworks
Over Lake Guntersville, 9PM, July 4th
for Huntsville's 2011
4th of July Celebration!
Monday, July 4th, 2011, 9 PM (you can't park or go into the celebration unless you have a ticket and pass. If you don't watch from another vantage point)
For the first time ever, two of Huntsville's most iconic
destinations have joined forces to give the greater Huntsville community a 4th
of July celebration not to be missed. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center and
Bridge Street Town Centre will host a day of events culminating in a dramatic
duel fireworks show at dusk.
At the U.S. Space & Rocket
Center:
Regular Museum Hours: 9am to 5pm
Kids 12 & under get in FREE!
Monday, July 4th, 2011, from 7: 00
to 9:30PM
HARPERSVILLE - FIREWORKS AT THE WINERY
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Music by Tekneek
Join us for winery tours, wine tastings, live music and spectacular
fireworks. $10/person. Parking provided. Bring a picnic or purchase food
on site.
Morgan Creek Winery Celebrate the Independence of our great nation with us and Tekneek Band in the Vineyards this Saturday from 6-10 p.m.!
The Birmingham Zoo -- free admission for military and their family all weekend long.
Go here to learn more.
DORA, AL --- FRIDAY
MyFoxAL.com Happy birthday, Dora! No, not the explorer--the town in Walker County. Dora turns 125 this month and is celebrating its birthday and Independence Day with a pageant, parade and fireworks.
Monday, July 4at 9 p.m.
On Monday, July 4th at 9 p.m. Thunder on the Mountain 2011, Birmingham's traditional fireworks demonstration, will once again illuminate the skies above Birmingham's beloved iron man, Vulcan. For the best viewing experience, make sure you have a clear view of Vulcan!
Please note:
On Monday, July 4, Vulcan Park and Museum will be open from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. for visitors, however at 6 p.m., the park will close to the public. At this time, the entire park grounds and parking lots will be cleared out and closed for safety purposes.
American Village -- Montevallo, AL
Fireworks and more MONDAY.
From their site:
ADMISSION:
$5.00 per person. All active military and veterans FREE ADMISSION: Join
in the all day celebration of America's 234th birthday. See Redcoats
and Patriots clash at Concord Bridge where "the shot heard 'round the
world" sparked a Revolution. Meet George Washington, Thomas Jefferson,
and march with citizen-soldier
Go here to learn more: http://www.americanvillage.org
ANNISTON/OXFORD - JULY 4 -MONDAY CARNIVAL AT THE MALL
Quintard Mall Carnival Open through Monday, July 4th 5pm-10pm. Purchase your tickets at Quintard Mall's Guest Services for $12 (Includes Unlimited Rides!)
DECATUR --
Point Mallard & Decatur's Spirit of America Festival Monday - 10 p.m.
Admission is free. There is a children's area. Some of the inflatables do have a cost involved. However there are tons of free activities as well.
Go here to learn more: http://www.spiritofamericafestival.com/
Go here to see the full schedule.
Monday, July 4th 2011
The City of Homewood and the Homewood Parks and Recreation Board will celebrate the 4th of July in Downtown Homewood. The streets in Downtown Homewood will be closed for vehicles to make way for pedestrian traffic. Our event opens to the general public at 5:30pm. There will be a combination of inflatables/rides placed in the streets that will appeal to children of all ages. A DJ will provide music and interactive activities for the patrons at the event. Downtown Homewood is by far one of the best locations in the entire metro area to view the "Thunder on the Mountain" fireworks show from Vulcan Park. All of our activities will end at the beginning of the fireworks show.
BIRMINGHAM -
Bring lawn chairs and picnics for a free Fourth of July concert by the UAB Summer Band, in a new location on the UAB Campus Green. The concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 4, 2011, on the Campus Green, located on University Boulevard between 14th and 16th streets in Birmingham.
RAILROAD PARK -- NOTHING YET, BUT YOU MIGHT CONSIDER WATCHING THE FIREWORKS THERE FROM THE THUNDER ON THE MOUNTAIN.
TRUSSVILLE --
Trussville Freedom Celebration
6 to 9 p.m. Free at The Mall on Chalkville Mtn. Road Free
MONDAY
- Sokol Park
- Date:
- Jul 4, 2011
- Hours:
- 6-9 p.m.
- Web site:
- www.tuscaloosa.com
MONTGOMERY -
Montgomery Convention and Visitor Bureau Want to know What to do this Weekend? There's so much going on in the Capital City for all ages! Sign up for the CVB's weekend email blast! http://visitingmontgomery.com/press/what_to_do_this_fourth_of_july_weekend
FIREWORKS EVENTS COURTESY OF ALABAMA TOURISM BOARD ARE THE FOLLOWING 7 EVENTS:
4th of July Blast Concert and Fireworks Show
Jul 4, Alexander City 4th of July Blast Concert and Fireworks Show 256-212-1479. www.lmat.org. Free. Kowaliga Marina On Lake Martin--Presented by Russell Lands On Lake Martin, event features a benefit concert at The Amp, followed by the largest fireworks display in the southeast. Gates open at 4:30 p.m., concert starts at 6, and fireworks at 9. Concert tickets are available through Ticketmaster, the Adventure Center at Russell Crossroads and at the gate. 6-10 p.m.
Other Events
- Independence Day Fireworks!
- Daphne's Jubilee Independence Day Fireworks Display
- Cedar Bluff Fireworks over Weiss Lake
- Pruett's Fireworks
- July 4th Fireworks Display
- The Big Kaboom Fireworks, 5th Annual
AlabamaBeaches Alabama Gulf Coast
RT
: The Wharf is hosting fireworks display for 3 nights, Jul 2, 3&4! 9PM each night-free to the public.
Coast 360
Gulf Shores Annual Fireworks Extravaganza! Gulf State Park Pier, July 4th, 9pm This year's show will be shot from the Gulf State Park Pier and will feature a variety of specialty shell fireworks. As you head to the beach, don't forget your radio, as Sunn
Alabama Gulf Coast You are going to love being a local!
ACROSS THE SOUTH AND NOT TOO FAR FOR A QUICK WEEKEND TRIP:
National Park Foundation Don't forget to check out and check in on Facebook to this event on July 4th in your National Parks! Visit Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park in Kentucky, gather round to hear Saxton’s Cornet Band in the park on July 4 at 11 am ET
www.nps.gov
Atlanta, Ga. July 2 through July 4
Fireworks & laser light show extravaganza is each night at 9:30 p.m.
Admission is $10 per car.
What to expect:
You pay the $10 for a car load. Bring blankets, chairs and picnic and hangout on the lawn. They reach capacity about mid-day. So you'll need to get their early and prepare to spend the day.
You can pay for other activities (snag discounted tickets at the Kroger before you go in) or you can just go check out the shops and restaurants and walk around the free areas.
Go here to check them out: www.stonemountainpark.com