Local July 4 Events

Take a look at some of the events taking place in the area for July 4.

Baltimore City

Baltimore's 4th of July celebration:

Located at Light and Pratt streets. Concerts by Smooth Teaze and Uptown East from 3-8 pm. The U.S. Naval Academy Band will perform on stage from 8:30-9:30 p.m. at the Amphitheater. The US Coast Guard Sanibel will arrive in the Inner Harbor on July 5 at 6pm and dock at Pier 1 (constellation dock). Visiting hours are Sunday, July 6 from 8-10 a.m.
The Fireworks display will begin at 9:30 p.m. and can be viewed at several locations downtown includuing Federal hill, Fells Point, Canton and Rash field.

Visionary Pets on Parade:

Dress up your pets and stay for a talent show. Trophies will be awarded for Best Costume, Most Patriotic, Owner & Pet Look-alikes, and more. PETS OF ALL KINDS ARE WELCOME. Owners are responsible for pets behavior and bodily functions. Baggies and water will be provided. Pets must be leashed or carried.
10 a.m. - 12 a.m.
800 Key Highway
Baltimore MD, 21230

Independence Day Fireworks Cruise:

4-hour cruise with delight buffet, cash bar, DJ and fireworks display.
Friday, 6:30-10:30 p.m.
On the Bay Lady and Lady Baltimore
Inner Harbor
Baltimore City

7th Annual Waterfront Jazz and Arts Festival:

Hanover Street and Waterview Avenue
6-11 p.m.
Join Magic 95.9’s Jammer and enjoy live jazz by Fertile Ground, Rhonda Thomas, Jazz Vision, and cultural arts performances. Parking is $5.

Baltimore County

Star-Spangled Spectacular with Fireworks:

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will play patriotic favorites at Oregon Ridge's outdoor amphitheater.
Oregon Ridge Park
13401 Beaver Dam Rd.
Cockeysville, MD
Event Dates: July 3-4
Gates open at 5 p.m.

Catonsville's 62nd annual July 4th Celebration:

Kids games and races start at 9 a.m. at Catonsville High School
Parade at 3 p.m. on Frederick Rd.; Firworks at 9 p.m.
Rain Date: July 5-fireworks only
Catonsville High School

Dundalk Heritage Association Independence Day Parade:

Patriotic parade hosts 16 bands, floats, marching units, decorated vehicles and heritage fair (admission fee).
Streets of old Dundalk starting at Logan Village Shopping Center
3400 Dundalk Ave

Annapolis

Annapolis Alive! Independence Day Celebration:

Live music and entertainment, Tours of Mr. Paca's home, Revolutionary War reenactors, historical figures, readings of the Declaration of Independence and patriotic crafts.
Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
William Paca House and Garden
186 Prince George St.

Electric Brigade performance:

United States Naval Academy Band will perform. Concerts are free and open to the public with no tickets required.
Annapolis City Dock Market Space

Independence Day fireworks cruise:

Annapolis Harbor fireworks; DJ on Friday with snacks, cash bar and multiple boats.
Event Dates: 7/3-7/4
Annapolis City Dock

Western Maryland

Deep Creek Lake Fireworks Celebration:

Fireworks display launched off the mountain overlooking Deep Creek Lake.

Fireworks at Fairgrounds Park:

Musical entertainment and a large fireworks display.
Event Date: July 4. Rain date: July 5.
Fairgrounds Park
400 North Mulberry St.
Hagerstown

Cecil County

Salute to Cecil County Veterans celebration and fireworks

July 3
5-10 p.m.
North East Community Park

Havre de Grace Independence Celebration

Event Dates: 7/1/2008 - 7/5/2008
July 1-5 (carnival); Sat, July 5 (parade, 2 p.m.; concert, 7 p.m.; fireworks at about 9:30 p.m.)
Tydings Memorial Park

Frederick County

Fireworks celebration:

> Largest fireworks display on the bay; music, food and beach games.
Event Date: 7/3/2008
Rod 'N' Reel Restaurant
Chesapeake Beach

Howard County

Independence Cluster All Breed Dog Show:

Approximately 140 different breeds of dogs entered each day; 1,400 - 2,400 dogs exhibited each day.
Entry fee per dog. $5 parking. Many dog-related vendors.
Event Dates: 7/3/2008 - 7/6/2008
Howard County Fairgrounds
West Friendship

Montgomery County

Gaithersburg 4th of July Celebration:

Independence Day celebration including music concert, games and food. Fireworks display starts at dark.
Montgomery County Fairgrounds
Exit 11 off I-270

Prince George's County

University of Maryland:

4th of July Celebration BBQ and Fireworks
Golf Course Clubhouse
College Park

Carroll County

Old-Fashioned July 4th Celebration/Fireworks:

Fireworks, old-fashioned family picnic, games, food, crafts, farmhouse tours.
Carroll County Farm Museum
Westminster

Delaware

Silversmiths to the Nation: Thomas Fletcher & Sidney Gardiner:

See this great patriotic exhibition! This exhibition is focusing on the work of Thomas Fletcher and Sidney Gardiner and their influence on the silversmith trade. The exhibition will include a selection of swords, medals, commemorative works, vases, and flatware in silver and gold.
Admission is Free
Winterthur Museum & Country Estate
5105 Kennett Pike Route 52
Winterthur Del., 19735