4th of July - Fire in the Sky - Columbia Parks and Recreation

4th of July – Fire in the Sky

4th of July Fire in the Sky

Fire in the Sky event map (including road closures)
Event begins 6:30 pm
- - Children’s Activities at Flat Branch Park / 4^th Street – Pop-A-Shot, 4^th of July crafts and activities
  - Entertainment stage at Flat Branch Park (Emcees from KOMU 8 and KFRU 1400)
  - Entertainment stage at Lucky’s Market parking lot (Emcees from KOMU 8 and BXR 102.3)
Fireworks begin at 9:15 pm choreographed to music simulcast on BXR 102.3 (will be launched from the field next to Lucky’s Market).
Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Food trucks available at both Lucky’s Market and Flat Branch Park.
Rooftops not designed to be occupied and should NOT be, per building code.
Please do NOT bring fireworks, alcohol or grills to the event.
Volunteers are needed! Please call the City’s Office of Volunteer Services at 874-7499.

Entertainers

Transportation / Parking (see map above)

Free parking available throughout the District and on University campus in any City or University owned lots and parking garages, unless they are marked closed.
Locust will be closed westbound from Providence to Fifth Street.
Fourth Street will be closed from Locust to Cherry beginning at 1 pm.
Second Street will be closed southeast bound to Providence.
Providence will be closed at 8:30 pm from Elm to Broadway until after fireworks show has ended and the “all-clear” is given.
Police will guide exiting traffic after the fireworks show. Some streets may be made one direction only at that time to assist traffic flow.

Tips

Get there early and enjoy the fun and entertainment!
Let the traffic clear after the show and spend some time enjoying the District.
Bike the MKT Trail into downtown, or walk. The trail leads directly to Flat Branch Park. Bike racks will be available.
Food trucks available at both event locations.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating and enjoy the entertainment.