Montgomery County will host two free Independence Day fireworks displays this year, one on Saturday, July 1, and the other on Tuesday, July 4.
The Independence Day celebrations will take place at the following locations:
- Saturday, July 1, 6 p.m. “Mid-County Sparkles.” Einstein High School, 11135 Newport Mill Road, Kensington.
- Tuesday, July 4, 7 p.m. “Germantown Glory.” South Germantown Recreational Park, 18041 Central Park Circle, Germantown (Boyds).
Mid-County Sparkles will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, with concerts by Ocho de Bastos, an Earth Wind and Fire Tribute Band. The only parking available on-site will be for individuals with disabilities. Free parking and shuttle service will be provided starting at 5:30 p.m., from Westfield Wheaton, located at 11160 Veirs Mill Road. Event goers who park at Westfield Wheaton prior to 5:30 p.m. may be subject to towing by the property owner. Follow the directional signs for event parking and shuttles.
Germantown Glory will kick off at 7 p.m. on July 4 with a concert by Forever Tina, a tribute band to the late queen of rock and roll, Tina Turner. On-site parking is available.
The fireworks displays will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. at both celebrations. The timing of the fireworks may change due to weather conditions. Lawn chairs, blankets and coolers are welcome at both events. There will be food vendors at both locations. Alcoholic beverages and pets are not permitted.
Sign language interpreter services and other auxiliary aids or services will be provided upon request with as much notice as possible, preferably at least three business days before the event. To request special accommodations, contact 240-777-6840 or email rec.inclusion@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Maryland Soccerplex, Montgomery Parks and Westfield Wheaton are the main sponsors of the events.
For more information, call MC311 at 311 or 240-777-0311 or visit the Montgomery County Recreation website.
