Fireworks shows in and around Portland and southwest Washington on July 4

Photo by Cheryl Landes If you're in the Portland metro area or southwest Washington today and looking for a fireworks show to attend live tonight, KOIN-TV in Portland has posted a list of events on their website with links to each event. The events range from Vernonia to the west and Wilsonville to the south … Continue reading Fireworks shows in and around Portland and southwest Washington on July 4

An update on the Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular: It’s happening!

The Boston Pops perform at a previous Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular. (photo credit: Boston Symphony Orchestra) Earlier this year, it wasn't certain whether the July 4th Spectacular would be held in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A virtual version was held last year. But this year, there's a live event with activities on opposite … Continue reading An update on the Boston Pops July 4th Spectacular: It’s happening!

Lincoln County Fair ends today in Newport, Oregon

Featured image by Raventhorne, courtesy Creative Commons The Lincoln County Fair is underway this weekend in Newport, Oregon. The July 4 lineup features a range of activities that the entire family will enjoy. Live music is scheduled throughout the day at the Main Stage, and camel rides are available at the 4-H Animal Barn. Here's … Continue reading Lincoln County Fair ends today in Newport, Oregon

Let Freedom Bells Ring celebration July 4 in St. Helens, Oregon

Fireworks over the Columbia River in St. Helens, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Let Freedom Bells Ring celebrates the 245th birthday of the United States in St. Helens, Oregon. The day's events start Sunday, July 4, at 1:30 p.m. at the Columbia County Courthouse Plaza, 230 Strand Street, and ends with a fireworks show over … Continue reading Let Freedom Bells Ring celebration July 4 in St. Helens, Oregon

4th of July Powwow and Fireworks in Cherokee, North Carolina

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay The annual 4th of July Powwow and Fireworks return to the Acquoni Expo Center in Cherokee, North Carolina, this year. The celebration starts at noon Eastern time on Friday, July 2. The powwow features a variety of dances and dance contests throughout the weekend. The event ends at 10 p.m. … Continue reading 4th of July Powwow and Fireworks in Cherokee, North Carolina

2021 fireworks show in Coos Bay moves to new location

The 2021 Bay Area Fireworks Extravaganza in Coos Bay, Oregon, is moving to a new location. The display will be at the entrance to the Marshfield Channel, across from the Coos Historical Museum at 1210 North Front Street. The 20-minute show will be visible along the Coos Bay Boardwalk and U.S. Highway 101 into Coos … Continue reading 2021 fireworks show in Coos Bay moves to new location