Howard County's July 4th Fireworks
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Join us at the 4th of July annual fireworks celebration. The event, presented through a partnership between Howard County Government, the Columbia Association, and other community organizations, will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. It will feature food trucks and two music performances. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display at dusk, weather permitting. Bring a picnic or purchase food from on-site vendors. Parking is free.
Check back for updates at https://www.howardcountymd.gov/july-4th-fireworks
Entertainment
Chasing Straights: 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Dom Flemons & The Traveling Wildfires: 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Participating food trucks:
Bebo’s Mac Shack
Burgers & Bunz
Cousins Maine Lobster
Greek on the Go
Krazed & Infused Popcorn
Kona Ice
Malik’s Ice Cream
Pacha Mama Juice
Smokin’ Dough
Taco Joint
Tasty Treats & More
Tima’s Soft Serve
Travelin’ Toms Coffee
Info: 410-313-1668.
All ages (Columbia Lakefront)
(Rain date: 7/5, fireworks only) Inclement Weather: If there is a need for extreme delays or cancellation on July 4, we will have the fireworks the following evening (July 5th) at dusk. If rescheduled for July 5th, all other entertainment will be cancelled.
PARKING and TRAFFIC
PARKING: Free public parking will be available at several locations throughout Downtown Columbia, including The Mall in Columbia, the Merriweather District, Symphony Woods Garage, One and Two Merriweather garages, and Sterrett Place North.
The lot at 10324 Little Patuxent Parkway will be reserved exclusively for ADA parking beginning at 2:00 p.m. and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid ADA placard or license plate is required for entry. Due to road closures, the lot will only be accessible by vehicle before 6:00 p.m. After 6:00 p.m., access will be limited to Mall Ring Road.
There is no public parking at the Lakefront. The Whole Foods parking lots will close at 6:00 p.m. and will not reopen until approximately 11:00 p.m.
CLOSURES: The Howard County Police Department will close both directions of Little Patuxent Parkway between Symphony Woods Road and Governor Warfield Parkway from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. In addition, Little Patuxent Parkway between Broken Land Parkway and Symphony Woods Road will be closed from approximately 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. Significant traffic delays should be expected throughout the area.
BICYCLES: For attendees looking to avoid traffic, bicycling is a convenient transportation option. Free bicycle parking will be available at the Bike Corral, located at 10175 Wincopin Circle (next to GrillMarx), from 1:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Check back for updates at https://www.howardcountymd.gov/july-4th-fireworks
Entertainment
Chasing Straights: 6:00 - 7:15 pm
Dom Flemons & The Traveling Wildfires: 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Participating food trucks:
Bebo’s Mac Shack
Burgers & Bunz
Cousins Maine Lobster
Greek on the Go
Krazed & Infused Popcorn
Kona Ice
Malik’s Ice Cream
Pacha Mama Juice
Smokin’ Dough
Taco Joint
Tasty Treats & More
Tima’s Soft Serve
Travelin’ Toms Coffee
Info: 410-313-1668.
All ages (Columbia Lakefront)
(Rain date: 7/5, fireworks only) Inclement Weather: If there is a need for extreme delays or cancellation on July 4, we will have the fireworks the following evening (July 5th) at dusk. If rescheduled for July 5th, all other entertainment will be cancelled.
PARKING and TRAFFIC
PARKING: Free public parking will be available at several locations throughout Downtown Columbia, including The Mall in Columbia, the Merriweather District, Symphony Woods Garage, One and Two Merriweather garages, and Sterrett Place North.
The lot at 10324 Little Patuxent Parkway will be reserved exclusively for ADA parking beginning at 2:00 p.m. and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid ADA placard or license plate is required for entry. Due to road closures, the lot will only be accessible by vehicle before 6:00 p.m. After 6:00 p.m., access will be limited to Mall Ring Road.
There is no public parking at the Lakefront. The Whole Foods parking lots will close at 6:00 p.m. and will not reopen until approximately 11:00 p.m.
CLOSURES: The Howard County Police Department will close both directions of Little Patuxent Parkway between Symphony Woods Road and Governor Warfield Parkway from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. In addition, Little Patuxent Parkway between Broken Land Parkway and Symphony Woods Road will be closed from approximately 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. Significant traffic delays should be expected throughout the area.
BICYCLES: For attendees looking to avoid traffic, bicycling is a convenient transportation option. Free bicycle parking will be available at the Bike Corral, located at 10175 Wincopin Circle (next to GrillMarx), from 1:00 to 10:00 p.m.
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Where is it happening?
Downtown Columbia Lakefront, 10275 Wincopin Circle,Columbia, Maryland, United States
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Host or PublisherHoward County Recreation and Parks
