Here's where to find Fourth of July fireworks, parades and more around Montgomery

Shannon Heupel, Montgomery Advertiser
Updated ·6 min read

Want to watch fireworks fly for the Fourth of July around the River Region? There are several days worth of fireworks displays, parades and other activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Pike Road SummerFest

  • When: Thursday, June 29: Parking begins at 6 p.m. at Rolling Hills Park, 6001 Rolling Hills Blvd. Green space will be open for lawn chairs, picnics and blankets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (enter through the West Entrance)

  • Where: Pike Road Agriculture, Recreation and Performing Arts Park, 6281 Trotman Road.

  • Cost: Free to attend

  • Info: Pike Road is first into the sky with holiday fireworks for the River Region. They're presenting SumerFest, a family-friendly show. They'll have food trucks, kids activities, inflatables and yard games. Picnics welcome, but no alcohol and no tents. Ball fields will also be open for picnics and playing. Fireworks begin at dark. Handicap parking will be available at the Pike Road Agriculture, Recreation & Performing Arts Park East Entrance.

Map to Pike Road's SummerFest celebration on June 29.
Map to Pike Road's SummerFest celebration on June 29.

Fourth of July Parade

Join in the Fourth of July Parade on June 30 in Montgomery.
Join in the Fourth of July Parade on June 30 in Montgomery.

  • When: Friday, June 30, 10:30 a.m.

  • Where: Haven Memory Care on Halcyon, 1775 Halcyon Blvd., Montgomery

  • Cost: Free

  • Info: Everyone invited to participate. Decorate your car, bikes or yourself. Contact Andrea or Mariah by June 26 at 334-396-1111 or 334-549-1449.

Wetumpka fireworks

Fireworks will fly over the Coosa River for Wetumpka's Independence Day show at Gold Star Park.
Fireworks will fly over the Coosa River for Wetumpka's Independence Day show at Gold Star Park.

  • When: Saturday, July 1. Show starts at 8:30 p.m.

  • Where: Gold Star Park, Meadowview Drive

  • Cost: Free

  • Info: Wetumpka's Independence Day fireworks are back Saturday. Bring lawn chairs, a picnic and enjoy a night out by the Coosa River.

Prattville Patriotic Concert

The Prattville Pops and Community Chorus will present a patriotic concert on Sunday, July 2, at the Doster Center.
The Prattville Pops and Community Chorus will present a patriotic concert on Sunday, July 2, at the Doster Center.

  • When: Sunday, July 2, 3 p.m.

  • Where: Doster Center, 424 S. Northington St., Prattville

  • Cost: Free

  • Info: Patriotic pieces performed by the Prattville Pops and Community Chorus.

Biscuits fireworks in Montgomery

  • When: Monday, July 3, after the Montgomery Biscuits 6:05 p.m. game

  • Where: Downtown Montgomery at Riverwalk Stadium, 200 Coosa St.

  • Tickets: Tickets to game available at milb.com/montgomery; and fireworks can also be seen from outside the stadium

  • Info: MAX Fireworks will be flying over downtown Montgomery from Riverwalk Stadium after the Montgomery Biscuits take on the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. The whole evening is a celebration of Independence Day and all things America.

Cloverdale-Idlewild Association 4th of July Parade

Charlie Colvin leads the way as neighbors parade through the streets for the annual Cloverdale-Idlewild Fourth of July parade in Montgomery.
Charlie Colvin leads the way as neighbors parade through the streets for the annual Cloverdale-Idlewild Fourth of July parade in Montgomery.

  • When: Tuesday, July 4, 2 p.m.

  • Where: Corner of Lexington and Plymouth in Montgomery

  • Cost: Free

  • Info: Each year on the 4th of July, people meet to parade up and down the streets of Cloverdale-Idlewild, ending the route at the Cloverdale Bottom Park with a short talk on the history of the holiday and to enjoy drinks and snacks. The parade marshal's identity is being kept a secret until the day of the parade. This year, they're looking back on what happened in 1823. The parade's been happening since 1975, according to organizer Charlie Colvin. Attendees are encouraged to go all out with red, white and blue with flags, decorated bicycles or wagons, or even pets in costume. montgomerycia.com/ciaannualevents.html

Prattville's all-day celebration and fireworks

Before Prattville's fireworks, they'll celebrate Independence Day with a parade, BBQ and a cardboard boat race.
Before Prattville's fireworks, they'll celebrate Independence Day with a parade, BBQ and a cardboard boat race.

  • When: Festivities happening all day Tuesday, July 4

  • Cost: Free to attend all events

  • Downtown parade: They'll have a downtown parade at 9 a.m. The parade will begin in front of the Autauga County Courthouse and end at the Stanley Jensen Stadium.

  • Lion's Club barbecue: From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pratt Park, 460 Doster Road, with craft vendors and more.

  • Cardboard boat races: 10:30 a.m. Pratt Pool, 256 Doster St. in Pratt Park. Register in advance for $5 per boat or register the day of for $8 per boat. For rules and more information, contact Parks and Recreation at 334-595-0800.

  • Pool party: 1-5 p.m. Pratt Pool, 256 Doster St. They'll have a belly flop contest, popsicles, games and more.

  • Fireworks show: Once again, it's at the HomePlace Clock Tower, 2000 Constitution Ave., with the show starting at 9 p.m. Parking available in the surrounding lots so that you can watch the show from your vehicle.

  • More info: Learn more from Prattville's Special Events office at 334-595-0850.

Sip-n-Cycle Independence Day Boat Party

Celebrate the 4th of July on the Sip-N-Cycle Pedal Cruise boat on the Alabama River in downtown Montgomery.
Celebrate the 4th of July on the Sip-N-Cycle Pedal Cruise boat on the Alabama River in downtown Montgomery.

  • When: All day starting at 11 a.m.

  • Where: Riverfront Park, 355 Commerce St., Montgomery

  • Cost: $45 for adults, $40 for active military. Minimum booking requirement of 7 for cruise. https://book.peek.com/s/d8ae7315-dcbe-4188-90d1-6b4b32a9f60c/p_9pzw6?mode=standalone

  • Info: Cruises all day on the Sip-n-Cycle Pedal Cruise day. Wear your red, white and blue and bring your own food and beverages for a celebration riverboat party on the Alabama River. For adults only.

Montgomery's fireworks extravaganza

Fireworks will fly over the riverfront in Montgomery on the Fourth of July.
Fireworks will fly over the riverfront in Montgomery on the Fourth of July.

  • When: Tuesday, July 4, 5-9 p.m.

  • Where: Riverwalk Amphitheater, 355 Commerce St. Enter the park through the tunnel downtown on Commerce Street.

  • Cost: Free to attend

  • Info: They'll have food trucks, non-food vendors, a kids zone featuring bounce house, balloons, cotton candy, face painting, and live music from Yung Vokalz and The Park Band. Fireworks extravaganza is at 9 p.m. According to the city, this will be one of their biggest fireworks shows to date.

Catch Montgomery's July 4 fireworks from the River

You can watch the Montgomery fireworks from the Harriott II riverboat.
You can watch the Montgomery fireworks from the Harriott II riverboat.

  • When: Tuesday, July 4, 7-9 p.m.

  • Where: Harriott II riverboat, docked at Riverfront Park, 355 Commerce St. Enter park through Commerce Street tunnel.

  • Cost: Ticket prices depend on age and where you'd like to be: Regular adult tickets are $45, ages 3-12 are $20, and under 3 are $1. Patio seating prices are $40 for adults, $18 for children. There are discounts for military. Get tickets online at prod5.agileticketing.net/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=308637

  • Info: If you'd like to watch Montgomery's big fireworks show from the Alabama River, the Harriott II Riverboat has a special 2 hour cruise starting at 7 p.m. with live entertainment, concessions from  Wheel House Grille, and a cash bar. All seating is general admission, first come first serve.

Lake Jordan Fireworks Show

  • When: Tuesday, July 4. Fireworks begin at 8:30 p.m.

  • Where: Fireworks will be shot from the east (Titus) side of Jordan Dam in Elmore County, courtesy of the Lake Jordan Home Owners and Boat Owners (HOBO) Association.

  • Cost: Free

  • Info: This show is perfect for boat owners, because it's best viewed from the water. lakejordanhobo.org/fireworks-show.html

Fireworks and music at The AMP on Lake Martin

The AMP at Lake Martin has a fireworks show and concert planned for 4th of July.
The AMP at Lake Martin has a fireworks show and concert planned for 4th of July.

  • When: Tuesday, July 4: Gates open at 5:30 p.m.

  • Where: The AMP on Lake Martin, 8878 Kowaliga Road, Eclectic

  • Cost: There's a $10 general admission charge. Get tickets online at theamponlakemartin.com/events/july-fourth.html.

  • Info: There's music from The Bank Walkers at 6:30 p.m. and Andrew Jannakos at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

Montgomery Advertiser reporter Shannon Heupel covers things to do in the River Region. Contact him at sheupel@gannett.com.

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