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Find 2013 Fourth of July Fireworks in the Baltimore-Washington Area

Your guide to Independence Day fireworks displays and events around the region.

By John Davvison

If you—like many Americans—are hoping to celebrate the Fourth of July this year with a rousing fireworks show, you're in luck: the Baltimore-Washington region is full of them.

In the map above and the list below, you'll find dozens of local fireworks displays, concerts, parades, and other patriotic events taking place before, on, and after the nation's 237th birthday. (Note: you may have to zoom out on the map above to view the full range of options.)

For more information on many of these events, follow the links at the bottom of the listings.

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Event/Host: Annapolis City

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Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 9:15 PM

Location: Annapolis City Dock, Annapolis, Maryland

Details: At approximately 9:15 p.m., the fireworks will be launched from a barge in Annapolis Harbor. The best viewing areas include public spaces Northeast of the Severn River, along the Naval Academy Bridge (limited parking area), any of the street-end parks facing Spa Creek, and aboard a boat in the Annapolis harbor. The Spa Creek Bridge will be closed to traffic beginning at 9 p.m. to create a spectator pier with an unobstructed view of the fireworks.

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Event/Host: Germantown Glory

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Concert at 7:00 PM, fireworks at 9:15 PM

Location: SoccerPlex at South Germantown Recreational Park

Details: Germantown Glory will kick off at 7 p.m. with a concert by Bobby and the Believers. To reach the South Germantown Recreational Park from I-270, take exit 15B (Route 118 south) toward Germantown; go for 2.8 miles and turn right onto Richter Farm Road. Go one mile and turn left onto Schaeffer Road. The park entrance is 0.3 miles on the right. Ample, free parking is available. The fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.

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Event/Host: City of Gaithersburg’s Independence Day Celebration

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Concert at 5:30 PM, fireworks at Dusk

Location: Montgomery County Fairgrounds

Details: Join friends and family for the City of Gaithersburg’s Independence Day celebration featuring live music, food, and spectacular fireworks on Thursday, July 4, 2013, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Gates open at 5 p.m. A lively concert will open with “Elizabeth Phil & Chris” at 5:30 p.m. and headliner “The Lloyd Dobler Effect” will take the stage at 7 p.m. The exciting fireworks display is set to launch at dusk.

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Event/Host: City of Rockville Independence Day Celebration

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Music at 7:00 PM, fireworks at 9:15 PM

Location: Montgomery College - Rockville Campus

Details: Events kick off at 7 p.m. with music from the main stage. At 9:15 p.m. get ready for spectacular fireworks. For further details on parking, directions and general information on the event, visit the City's website. For additional information, call 240-314-8620 or emailspecialevents@rockvillemd.gov. For recorded information, call the Special Events line at 240-314-5022.

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Event/Host: Mid-County Sparkles

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Concert at 7:30 PM, fireworks at 9:15 PM

Location: Albert Einstein High School

Details: Mid-County Sparkles activities begin at 7:30 p.m. with a concert by Quiet Fire Soul. Since there will be no on-site parking at the school or at adjacent properties, except for handicapped parking, shuttle buses will pick up passengers, beginning at 6:15 p.m., at Westfield Wheaton Metro Parking Garage adjacent to the JC Penney Department Store. Overflow parking will be available in the south parking lot by Penney’s.

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Event/Host: Takoma Park Independence Day Parade

Date: 07/04/2013

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: Downtown Takoma Park

Details: Parade starts at 10 a.m. with entertainment at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

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Event/Host: Takoma Park Independence Day Celebration

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Entertainment at 7:30 PM, fireworks at 9:30 PM

Location: Takoma Park Middle School

Details: Parade starts at 10 a.m. with entertainment at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

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Event/Host: Fireworks at the National Mall

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 9:10 PM

Location: National Mall/Lincoln Reflecting Pool

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Event/Host: University of Maryland, College Park 4th of July Fireworks

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Music at 7:00 PM, fireworks at dusk

Location: University of Maryland

Details: University of Maryland, College Park. Parking Lot 1, off Campus Drive near the University Boulevard/Adelphi Road entrance, July 4, 2013, Food is served beginning at 5:00 p.m. and music start at 7 p.m., with fireworks beginning at dusk.

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Event/Host: Independence Day in Greenbelt

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Drum circle, 5:40 PM; Concert, 7:30 PM; Fireworks, 9:00 PM

Location: Buddy Attick Park

Details: Celebrate Independence Day with friends and neighbors at Buddy Attick Park! Community Drum Circle from 5:30-6:45pm. Greenbelt Concert Band from 7:30-8:30pm. FIREWORKS at approximately 9:00pm. Please check weather hotline at 301-474-0646.

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Event/Host: City of Bowie 4th of July Celebration

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Concert at 7 PM, fireworks at 9:15 PM

Location: Prince George's Stadium

Details: The City of Bowie is parternering with the Bowie Baysox to bring the citizens of Bowie another fanatsic July 4th celebration. This year's program will take place at Prince George's Stadium, located at 4101 Crain Highway, Bowie, MD, beginning at 7 p.m. with a concert by the Fabulous Hubcaps. At 9 p.m. the Mayor will welcome everyone and introduce local elected officials; this will be followed by a short flag ceremony and the singing of our National Anthem. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. The event is free and the Baysox will open the doors to the stadium at 6 p.m. Allen Pond Park will be open and free for picnics on July 4th on a first come basis. Should you have any questions, please contact Matt Corley, Special Events Coordanator at 301-809-3078 or mcorley@cityofbowie.org

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Event/Host: Six Flags America - 4th of July Celebration

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Dusk

Location: Six Flags America

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Event/Host: Howard County 4th of July Festival & Fireworks at Lake Kittamaqundi

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 5-10 PM

Location: Lake Kittamaqundi

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Event/Host: Laurel 4th of July Parade

Date: 7/6/2013

Time: 11:00 AM

Location: Downtown Laurel

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Event/Host: Laurel 4th of July Fireworks

Date: 7/6/2013

Time: 9:15 PM

Location: Granville Gude Lake

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Event/Host: Carroll County's Old Fashioned July 4 Celebration

Date: 07/04/2013

Time: noon and fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

Location: Carroll County Farm Museum

Admission: Cost of admission from 12 noon to 5 p.m. is Adults $5.00, Age 7-18 and 60+ $4.00, 6 & under FREE

Details: Old Fashioned July 4 Celebration: Cost of admission from 12 noon to 5 p.m. is Adults $5.00, Age 7-18 and 60+ $4.00, 6 & under FREE with paying adult. After 5 p.m., a $5.00 per car load parking donation will be collected by the Kiwanis Club of Westminster to help offset the cost of the fireworks display. The Farm Museum is a perfect place to spend a relaxing day picnicking on the beautiful grounds with family and friends as you enjoy on-going stage entertainment. This year, the Farm Museum proudly presents The HepCats, The Carroll County Cloggers, Standard Delivery Combo, and Uncle Sam on stilts and the Monkey Man with his monkey, Django. Enjoy a variety of delicious foods for sale and shop for handmade craft items while the children play old-time games or enjoy our moon bounce obstacle course for a small fee of $5.00 for all day fun. Guided tours of the Farmhouse will be given by guides in period attire from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m.; the Living History Center, exhibit buildings and the Museum Gift Shop will be open. The Farmhouse features six rooms depicting 19th Century farm life.

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Event/Host: Red White and Blue Celebration at Fort Meade

Date: 07/03/2013

Time: 4 p.m. on

Location: Fort Meade

Admission: with paying adult. After 5 p.m., a $5.00 per car load parking donation will be collected

Details: The installation will be open to the public and there will be live bands, food, rides for the kids and a barbecue contest. The evening will culminate with a fireworks show.

Event/Host: Catonsville High School Fireworks

Date: 07/04/2013

Time: 1899-12-30

Location: Catonsville High School (rain date: July 5)

Admission: Free

Details: Fireworks Family Fun Fest Avoid the traffic and bring the family to the fireworks early for an evening of fun. Enjoy live music featuring the rock and roll sounds ofThe School of Rock. A dozen food vendors will provide fun foods including Nathan’s hot dogs, Frito pies, snowballs and drinks. No long lines this year!

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Event/Host: 51st Annual Fullerton Fireworks

Date: 07/04/2013

Time: 5 p.m.

Location: Fullerton Park 4304 Fullerton Avenue (rain date: July 5)

Admission: Free

Details: Fireworks start at dusk. Local band Awaken performs. Food and drink vendors will be available.

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Event/Host: Dundalk Fireworks

Date: 07/04/2013

Time: Evening

Location: Grange Elementary School (rain date: July 5)

Admission: Free

Event/Host: Towson Fireworks

Date: 07/04/2013

Location: Loch Raven Tech Academy (rain date: July 5)

Admission: Free

Event/Host: Cockeysville Fireworks

Date: 07/04/2013

Location: Oregon Ridge Park (no rain date)

Details: $20 Adults, $10 for kids.$15 to park on site. BSO performs at 8 p.m. Concert lasts about 1.5 hours. Parking $15 on site or shuttle from Verizon parking lot across from light rail station. BYOB and Wine, also for sale on site. Food drink can be carried in and also for sale on site.

Event/Host: Middle River Fireworks Extravaganza

Date: 7/6/2013

Time: gates at 3 p.m., fireworks at dusk

Location: Eastern Yacht Club (no rain date)

Admission: Free

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Event/Host: Lutherville-Timonium Fireworks

Date: 07/03/2013

Location: Five Farms Clubhouse (rain date: July 5)

Admission: Free

Event/Host: Owings Mills

Date: 07/03/2013

Location: Greenspring Valley Hunt Club (rain date: July 5)

Event/Host: Cockeysville Fireworks

Date: 07/03/2013

Location: Oregon Ridge Park (no rain date)

Details: $20 Adults, $10 for kids.$15 to park on site. BSO performs at 8 p.m. Concert lasts about 1.5 hours. Parking $15 on site or shuttle from Verizon parking lot across from light rail station. BYOB and Wine, also for sale on site. Food drink can be carried in and also for sale on site.

Event/Host: Pikesville/Suburban Club Fireworks

Date: 07/03/2013

Location: Suburban Club (rain date: July 5)

Event/Host: Pikesville/Woodholme Country Club Fireworks

Date: 07/03/2013

Location: Woodholme Country Club (rain date: July 5)

Event/Host: Hereford High School Fireworks

Date: 06/30/2013

Location: South of Hereford High School (rain date: July 1)

Event/Host: Jacksonville Elementary School Fireworks

Date: 06/29/2013

Location: Jacksonville Elementary School (rain date: June 30)

Event/Host: Ports America Chesapeake 4th of July Celebration

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 4-10 p.m.

Location: Baltimore Inner Harbor

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Event/Host: Howard County's Annual Fireworks Display

Date: 07/04/2013

Time: 5-10 p.m.

Location: Columbia Lakefront

Admission: Free

Details: The annual Howard County-sponsored fireworks take place at the Lakefront in Columbia. Residents are invited to start saving spots around the lakefront using blankets at 8 a.m. Tarps can be placed after 3 p.m. (to help keep the grass healthy). The fireworks start at dusk, but get there early because Little Patuxent Parkway closes at 7 p.m. (so if you're going later, be prepared for a bit of a hike). 

Event/Host: Aberdeen IronBirds Fireworks

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: Around 10 p.m. (post-game)

Location: Ripken Stadium, Aberdeen

Admission: With ticket to the game, or partially visible from surrounding parking lots and I-95

Details: The Aberdeen IronBirds host their annual fireworks show from Ripken Stadium. The club holds many throughout the season at the 6,000-seat ballpark—named for Aberdeen native and ballclub owner Cal Ripken. While the game is sure to be a sellout, other locals will take in the show from the surrounding parking lots or nearby shopping centers—or even along I-95, which runs in deep right field at the minor league stadium. The IronBirds are the short-season Class A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles

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Event/Host: Darlington Fireworks

Date: 06/29/2013

Time: 1899-12-30

Location: Silver Park, Darlington

Admission: Free

Details: Fireworks are shot over Francis Siilver Park following the annual Darlington Independence Parade. 

Event/Host: Havre de Grace Independence Celebration

Date: 7/6/2013

Time: 9:15 PM

Location: Tydings Park, Havre de Grace

Admission: Free

Details: Parade at 2 p.m., carnival from 4 to 10:30 p.m., concert at 7 p.m., fireworks at dusk

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Event/Host: Salute to Cecil County Vets

Date: 7/3/2013

Time: 9:15 p.m. (gates open at 5 p.m.)

Location: North East Community Park

Admission: Free

Details: Special tribute to Afghanistan veterans, with ceremonies officiated by military members, veterans organizations and Maryland government officials; concert at 8:15 p.m., followed by fireworks.

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Event/Host: Independence Day Celebration

Date: 7/5/2013

Time: Dusk

Location: Pell Gardens, Chesapeake City

Admission: Free

Details: Parade at 5:30 p.m., followed by entertainment and fireworks

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Event/Host: Bel Air Independence Day Parade

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Bel Air, MD

Admission: Free

Details: Bel Air Independence Day Parade will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. The parade starts at the intersection of North Main and Gordon streets and continues down Main Street to Idlewild Street. Find a map of the parade route here.

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Event/Host: Bel Air Independence Day Fireworks

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 9:40 PM

Location: Bel Air, MD

Admission: Free

Details: Bel Air Independence Day Parade will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. The parade starts at the intersection of North Main and Gordon streets and continues down Main Street to Idlewild Street. Find a map of the parade route here.

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Event/Host: Edgewood/Joppatowne Independence Day Parade

Date: 7/6/2013

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Edgewood, MD

Admission: Free

Details: The parade route will be in Edgewood this year, starting at the Boys and Girls Club.

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Event/Host: Annapolis Fireworks

Date: 7/4/2013

Time: 9:15 PM

Location: Annapolis, MD

Admission: Free

Details: Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen invites all residents to the Annapolis 4th of July Parade on Thursday, July 4. The parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Amos Garrett Blvd. and proceed down West Street, around Church Circle, and down Main Street. The fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. The fireworks display will be launched from a barge in the Annapolis Harbor and can be viewed from many water locations. For questions about boat restrictions during the fireworks, contact the City Harbormaster’s Office at 410-263-7973.

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Event/Host: Glen Burnie Improvement Association Fireworks

Date: 7/3/2013

Time: 8:30 PM

Location: Glen Burnie, MD

Admission: Free

Details: Parking for viewing at Sawmill Creek Park is at Monsignor Slade Catholic School. No alcohol, smoking or sparklers allowed.

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