HAMPTON ROADS, Va. — Are you ready for some fireworks this week?
We've compiled the list below of different events you can enjoy throughout Hampton Roads on July 4.
We will continue to update this list as we learn of new events and firework shows.
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Suffolk
Enjoy the Stars & Stripes Spectacular on July 4, as the skies of Suffolk light up with a fireworks show over the beautiful Nansemond River at Constant’s Wharf Park & Marina, 110 E. Constance Rd. The park will open at 5:30 p.m. with entertainment, children’s activities, merchandise vendors and a variety of food choices. A large area with bounce houses and games will be available for children 12 and under. Rocky 7 will take the stage at 6 p.m. with a repertoire of songs in a variety of styles. The fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. There is no on-site parking for this event. Shuttle parking will begin at 5:15 p.m. from the following sites:
- First Baptist Church, 237 N. Main St.
- Mills Godwin Courthouse Building, 150 N. Main St.
The last shuttle run before the fireworks begin is at 8:20 p.m. Shuttles will resume after the fireworks have concluded.
Windsor
31st Annual Fourth of July Celebration - This year’s event will include craft vendors, food trucks, a kid zone, live music from local artists, the Greg Willis Cruise-In for specialty vehicles, and fireworks!This fun-filled family event will be held Tuesday, July 4, from 2 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. in the Garris Event Park and surrounding area.
Schedule:
2 p.m. Opening Remarks
4 p.m. Carson Robertson Duo
6 p.m. Brasswind Band
9 p.m. Fireworks (Approximate)
Norfolk
- Fireworks Cruise on the American Rover: Downtown Norfolk fireworks can be seen from the water at Waterside. After a quick tour of the Inner Harbor, they'll position the ship to give people an incredible view of the fireworks show. Enjoy music on board with a live acoustic guitarist! Entry is $75.
- You can leave the grillng to Norfolk Festevents on the 4th of July and bring your family and friends down to Town Point Park. Guests can buy traditional, all-American fare, including hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue, seafood, buttered corn on the cob, watermelon, lemonade and much more available for purchase! Fest organizers say you can relax on the lawn and enjoy the live entertainment, then watch as the sky lights up with the fireworks display at 9:30pm! The event is July 4 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Virginia Beach
- Celebrate with your friends and family at the annual July 4th Celebration at Mount Trashmore Park! Fireworks begin at 9:30 pm. Admission is free and it started at 8 p.m.; limited onsite parking is $20 (cash only). Food and drinks available for purchase. Performances by BJ Griffin.
- Join the 55 members of Tidewater Winds Concert Band and the Tidewater Winds Summer Breeze Band for a 4th to remember! Listen to powerful Americana music before the fireworks, with selections from Chicago, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, ABBA, and all of your traditional patriotic songs that salute our Military and honor our flag! Meet us on 24th Street Stage at the oceanfront in Virginia Beach. It takes place from 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Chesapeake
On Monday, July 3, celebrate America’s Birthday with band concerts providing stirring patriotic sounds. Following the concerts, fireworks by Pyrotecnico will illuminate the dark sky after sunset. The event is FREE to the public. $5 on-site parking fee: Chesapeake City Park, 900 City Park Drive. Bring your own chairs or blanket. (Tents, feather flags, and oversized umbrellas are not permitted!)
SCHEDULE:
- 6 p.m. Gates Open
- 7 p.m. Tidewater Winds Concert Band
- 8:30 p.m. U.S. Navy Fleet Forces Band
- 9:30 p.m. Fireworks (approximate times)
Hampton
Check out Buckroe Beach and Park for one of the most winning viewpoints. Local festivities include backyard picnics, a freedom run, some live entertainment, and, most importantly, fireworks going off along the coastline.
Newport News
Join others at Victory Landing Park on July 4th from 6 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. (50 25th St.) for an evening of fun and spectacular fireworks. Be sure to grab your free light up give-away (while supplies last) on your way into the festival area, which will be full of patriotic spirit including children’s activities (inflatables, face painting and more), live musical performances and strolling entertainers in red, white and blue. Food vendors will be on site selling Independence Day family favorites including hamburgers, hot dogs, ribs, snow cones, ice cream, funnel cakes and so much more. Live music will also be provided on the main stage from 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. and the night will culminate in a spectacular fireworks show by the international award-winning company Pyrotecnico, who will light up the sky with an amazing display of patriotic sights and sounds.
If there are fireworks and events happening in your city that aren't listed, let us know! You can write the author of this article at julia.varnier@wtkr.com.
