Mobile County Fireworks Displays:
July 3rd
Mobile: Following the BayBears game against the Braves on Tuesday, July 3rd at 7:05 p.m., fans are encouraged to stick around after the game for a special Independence Fireworks show. It's going to be a majestic "Concert in the Sky" presented in part by Buffalo Rock Pepsi, Treadwell Ford, Treadwell Honda, Costal Bank and Trust and WKRG TV5 and 95KSJ
Fireworks will burst over the beach on Dauphin Island a day earlier than most other pyrotechnic displays in coastal Alabama, town officials said this week.
The July 3 show starts at 9 p.m., said Dauphin Island Mayor Jeff Collier, adding that it is expected to last about 20 minutes. The fireworks will be launched from the Isle Dauphine golf course, he said, where some parking will be available.
July 4th
The city of Mobile will hold its Independence Day celebration featuring the Mobile Pops July 4th at Battleship Memorial Park. The Pops start at 7, with fireworks following at 9. Parking will cost $2 before 5 p.m., and $5 thereafter. Neither grills nor alcoholic beverages will be allowed.
Chickasaw’s third-annual Independence Day Celebration takes place at Bill Brooks Park. The gates open at 5 p.m. Since parking space is limited, those attending should use the shuttle service at the former Chickasaw Elementary. The fireworks begin at 9.
The Grand Bay Watermelon Festival, a family fun day sponsored by the Grand Bay Odd Fellows, starts at 8 a.m. at Festival Park. Admission is $5 per vehicle
Grand Bay Convalescent Home, 13750 U.S. 90 West, will celebrate July Fourth with a fireworks display at 8 p.m. Those attending should bring a lawn chair or a blanket.
Prichard will sponsor a family fun day at Highpoint Park, starting at 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9.
Baldwin County Fireworks Displays
Gulf Shores will have its fireworks display at 9 p.m. at the Gulf State Park Pier.
In Orange Beach, The Wharf will present a free fireworks show starting at 9, synchronized with patriotic music. The city of Orange Beach and Red Mountain Entertainment are co-sponsors.
Magnolia Springs will hold an Independence Day parade at 11 a.m. The route begins on Woodlands on Pecan Grove Street and will continue down Oak Street to end at the Fire Hall. Anyone can participate by walking or riding in a decorated vehicle or float. Participants should line up on Woodlands by 10:30 a.m.
Robertsdale’s Fourth of July fireworks show will be at 8:30 p.m. at Garrett Park.
Daphne will have a fireworks display at dusk at Trione Park on
Whispering Pines Road.
Fairhope will host its Fourth of July concert and fireworks display in the Municipal Pier area. The concert featuring the Baldwin Pops will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Henry George Park; fireworks follow at 9.
The Lillian Community Club will host its 69th annual Fourth of July picnic at the club, 34148 Widell Ave. Events begin at 10:45 a.m. with a flag ceremony led by American Legion Post 48
The Poarch Creek Indians will host a fireworks show Monday night at on the reservation. Entertainment will begin on stage at Arrow Head Park at 7:30 followed by the fireworks show at 9:00.
Elberta and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5658 will sponsor a Fourth of July celebration beginning at 2 p.m. at the VFW post on U.S. 98, with activities for all ages. Fireworks begin at dark.
Pensacola and Other Florida Firework Displays
Independence Run at 8 a.m. Monday at Bray-Hendricks City Park. 5K entry fee is $20; 1 mile fun run is $10. All entrants get a t-shirt, awards to be presented. Live entertainment begins at 5 p.m. Fireworks show at dark.
Horseshoe tournament, waterslides for the kids begin at 4:00 Monday, and there’s a duck race at 6 p.m. Entertainment begins at 5 p.m. Food and drinks available all day. Fireworks at 9:30. All events at Fort Crawford Park
For the 22nd year, area Sertoma organizations are once again coordinating and hosting the largest Fireworks display on the Gulf Coast over Pensacola Bay on Monday, July 4th, 2011, at 9:00 pm. There will be activities throughout the day, from 11:00 am until 6:30 pm, in Olde Seville Square to include a FREE Children’s Area with inflatables and pony rides, Arts and Crafts vendors, Food vendors, and live entertainment on the gazebo stage beginning at 11:00 am, with a Hot Dog Eating Contest at noon! Starting at 4:00 pm, there will be live music on the Bayfront Stage, featuring Mass Kunfuzion, followed by August Body at 6:30. The festivities will culminate with the fireworks show over Pensacola Bay, synchronized with music broadcast on Cat Country FM 98.7. For a schedule of events, go to www.pensacolasertomajuly4th.org
4th of July begins with The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Santa Rosa Island Authority sponsoring a Fourth of July fireworks extravaganza in the skies above Santa Rosa Sound. The show, begins at 9 p.m. and will feature 472 explosive shells!
Riverfest 2011 “A Celebration of Freedom”, 4th of July 4 celebration kicks-off at 9 a.m. Enjoy a day of family fun events! The 10th annual Firecracker Bike Show, the Freedom Car Show, a children’s activity area, The Great MillTown Duck Race, LIVE entertainment and Fireworks starting a dark. Historic Downtown Milton – North and South Willing Street & Riverwalk Area. For a schedule of events, go to www.srcchamber.com.
