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Find Fireworks for Fourth of July in 2013 Around Southeast Michigan
Your guide to fireworks displays and events around the region.
Host: The Henry Ford Museum's 21st Annual Salute to America
Date: 7/3/2013-7/6/2013
Time: Dusk
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Location: The Henry Ford Museum
Admission: Varying ticket prices for museum members and non-members. Check the museum's website for details
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Details: The party offers music Americana, 19th-century lawn games, picnics and favorite eats from The Henry Ford’s award-winning chefs. Concert concludes with Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture featuring the historic cannon of Loomis Battery. Amazing fireworks display accompanied by live patriotic music to immediately follow.
Host: Plymouth Township Park
Date: 7/3/2013
Time: 10:15 PM
Location: Plymouth Township Park
Admission: Free
Details: Annual fireworks display on July 3, with the Good Old Fashioned Picnic on July 4 at 4pm; also in Township Park.
Host: Trenton Rotary Park
Date: 7/4/2013, rain date 7/5/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Rotary Park
Admission: Free
Details: The festivities will begin at 8 p.m. with a "Concert in the Park" featuring the talents of the Downriver Community Band. The Trenton Lions Club and Trenton Ice Cream Shop will be selling refreshments at Rotary Park throughout the evening. Families are also encouraged to bring a blanket and a picnic dinner.
Host: Westland Summer Festival
Date: 07/07/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Westland City Hall Grounds, 36601 Ford Rd., Westland
Admission: Fireworks are free; some events or activities may have a charge.
Details: Annual summer festival runs July 3-7, 2013, with a Carnival, Live Music, Food, and more.
Host: 2013 Festival of the Hills
Date: 6/26/2013
Time: 10:06 PM
Location: Borden Park, on the corner of E. Hamlin and John R roads
Admission: Free
Details: Live music and family activities. Rain or shine.
Link: http://rochester.patch.com/groups/editors-picks/p/your-guide-to-rochesters-summer-events
Host: Farmington Hills FHortyworks Celebration
Date: 7/3/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Founders Sports Park
Admission: Free
Details: The FHortyworks celebration marks the city's 40th anniversary and begins at 7 pm with entertainment, refreshments, games, bouncers, face painting and more. Everything is free and open to the public.
Link: http://farmington-mi.patch.com/groups/summer/p/fhortyworks-celebrates-farmington-hills-anniversary
Host: Royal Oak's Red Run Golf Club Fireworks
Date: 6/27/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Red Run Golf Course
Admission: Free
Details: This private club puts on a fireworks show each year for its members, but non-members set up around the club's golf course to see the show. Rain date is June 28.
Link: http://royaloak.patch.com/groups/summer/p/royal-oak-fireworks
Host: Fowlerville Fairgrounds/Community Park
Date: 7/4/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Fowlerville Fairgrounds
Admission: Free
Details: Annual 4th of July event with many activities, a parade, and the fireworks show being the finale.
Link: http://www.fowlervillefamilyfair.com/
Host: Michigan Challenge Balloonfest
Date: 6/28/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Howell High School
Admission: Free
Details: MediLodge Fireworks on Friday, and balloon glow on Saturday where 20 balloons will return to the launch field for a dazzling nighttime display complete with pyrotechnics.
Host: Clawson City Park
Date: 7/4/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: City Park
Admission: Free
Details: A wide variety of activities are scheduled, from entertainment to concessions to baseball to a beautiful baby contest.
Link: http://clawson.patch.com/groups/summer/p/clawson-gears-up-for-a-big-4th-of-july
Host: St. Clair Shores Veterans Memorial Park
Date: 6/28/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Veterans Memorial Park
Admission: $2 entry fee to view the fireworks from the park. Limited $5 parking is also available.
Details: The annual First State Bank Fireworks Extravaganza will be set to music that will be played throughout the park and simulcast on a local radio station.
Link: http://stclairshores.patch.com/groups/summer/p/st-clair-shores-fireworks-to-blast-off-friday
Host: Stony Creek Metropark
Date: 6/30/2013
Time: 10:05 PM
Location: Stony Creek Metropark
Admission: $10 special event daily vehicle permit required after 5 p.m.
Details:
Link: http://www.metroparks.com/calendar_item.aspx?ID=3743
Host: Rackham Golf Course
Date: 7/4/2013
Time: 10:05 PM
Location: Rackham Golf Course
Admission: Free
Details: Spectators will set up lawn chairs and blankets along Ludlow Avenue ahead of the display, which caps a week of festivities in Huntington Woods. Parking will be restricted along Ludlow, Scotia and nearby streets, so visitors are encouraged to walk or ride their bikes to the celebration.
Link: http://berkley.patch.com/groups/editors-picks/p/never-fear-huntington-woods-fireworks-are-near
Host: Sparks in the Park
Date: 6/29/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Milford High School
Admission: Free
Details: Sparks in the Park is a large community event in Highland. The event kicks off at 3 p.m. with The Great Campout. At 4 p.m. food and market vendors open up and musical entertainment starts. There will be children's activities from 5-9 p.m. and the firework show will start at 10 p.m.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/Sparks.in.the.Park
Host: Hudson Mills Metropark
Date: 6/29/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Hudson Mills Metropark
Admission: There is a $10 special event daily vehicle permit required after 5 pm; free admission with annual permit.
Details: A DJ provides music from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Activity Center with a break for fireworks at 10 p.m.
Link: http://dexter.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/ev--hudson-mills-metropark-fireworkds
Host: Oakland County Boat Club
Date: 7/3/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Sylvan Lake
Admission: Admission is free, but Community Center parking will be $15 in advance or $20 day of the the fireworks.
Details: There will be no parking on or along any street from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. on July 3rd, as posted.
Link: http://oaklandcountyboatclub.roundtablelive.org/fireworks
Host: Pine Lake Country Club
Date: 07/03/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: 3300 Pine Lake Rd., West Bloomfield
Admission: Free
Details: Rain date is July 4.
Host: Union Lake
Date: 07/03/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Union Lake
Admission: Free
Details: Rain date is July 13
Link:
Host: Upper Straights Lake
Date: 07/06/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Upper Straights Lake, West Bloomfield
Admission: Free
Details: Rain date is July 7. Hosted by the Shady Beach Improvement Association.
Host: Green Lake
Date: 07/06/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Green Lake, West Bloomfield
Admission: Free
Details: Rain date is July 7. Hosted by the Green Lake Association.
Host: Birmingham
Date: 07/03/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Lincoln Hills Golf Course, 2666 West 14 Mile Rd., Birmingham
Admission: Free; donations welcome.
Details: approximate 7:30pm. Parking is available across the street at Seaholm High School. Picnic baskets, chairs and blankets are welcome, but please, no alcohol, sparklers, or personal fireworks.
Link: http://www.ci.birmingham.mi.us/index.aspx?page=8&recordid=8153
Host: Lake Orion
Date: 07/04/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Launched from a barge on Lake Orion
Admission: Free
Details: The Fireworks display this year will be provided by Ace Pyro of Manchester, MI.
Link: http://lakeorionfireworks.org/
Host: Green Oak Township
Date: 06/29/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Shot over Whitmore Lake; will be visible from all shores.
Admission: Free, donations welcome
Details: Across from the Post Office on Main Street is a gathering area with DJ music, games and activities before the fireworks.
Link: http://whitmorelakefireworks.org/
Host: Manchester
Date: 07/03/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Carr Park, 600 W. Main St., Manchester
Admission: Free; donations welcome.
Details: Annual display sponsored by the Manchester Men’s Club.
Link: http://manchestermi.org/
Host: Holly
Date: 07/06/2013
Time: 9:30 PM
Location: Groveland Oaks Park, 14555 Dixie Highway, Holly
Admission: After 5 p.m.: $10/vehicle Oakland County
Details: Families and friends are invited to celebrate the Fourth of July with a Spectacular Fireworks Display. The whole weekend offers great entertainment and activities for all ages. Fireworks start shortly after dusk.
Link: http://www.destinationoakland.com/Pages/default.aspx
Host: Grosse Pointe Farms
Date: 06/29/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Lake Shore Drive waterfront; near Moross on Harbor Hill Lake Shore Drive
Admission: Free
Details: Two day event, July 29-30, 2013. Music from 7pm – 9:45pm. Regatta too!
Link:
Host: Sterling Heights Stars and Stripes Festival
Date: 06/30/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Freedom Hill Park, 14900 Metropolitan Parkway, Sterling Heights
Admission: Fireworks are free; some activities may have a fee.
Details: Festival runs June 28-30, 2013 and includes fireworks on Sunday, laser shows, national music acts, a carnival midway, lots of food and fun for the kids! Check the website for the complete daily schedule.
Link: http://www.starsandstripesfest.com/
Host: Wolverine Lake
Date: 07/03/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Launched from the center of the lake, 425 Glengary, Wolverine Lake
Admission: Free
Details: Donations are always gratefully accepted and added to the Village Fireworks Fund.
Link: http://www.wolverinelake.com/Pages/default.aspx
Host: Taylor Heritage Days
Date: 06/29/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor
Admission: Fireworks are free; other activities may have a fee.
Details: Lots of events including a carnival; you can get pre-sale carnival tickets for $15.
Link: http://www.taylorheritagedays.com/TaylorHeritageDays/Welcome.html
Host: Lake St. Clair Metropark
Date: 07/02/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Lake St Clair Metropark, 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township
Admission: $10 special event daily vehicle permit required after 5 pm; free admission with annual permit.
Details: Annual fireworks display at Lake St Clair Metro Park.
Link: http://www.metroparks.com/
Host: Oakland County Fair
Date: 07/04/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Springfield Oaks County Park, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg
Admission: $10
Details: Fair lasts July 4-14, 2013. This year there are fireworks on Opening Day!
Link: http://www.oakfair.org/
Host: Clinton Township
Date: 07/10/2013
Time:
Location: Clinton Township Gazebo (Civic Center), 40700 Romeo Plank Road, Clinton Township
Admission: Free
Details: Fireworks following free concert, and pre-show kids events.
Link: http://www.clintontownship-mi.gov/
Host: Grosse Pointe Woods
Date: 06/30/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Parcells Middle School, 20600 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods
Admission: Free
Details: Picnic and music before the fireworks at 7 p.m. Rain date is July 1.
Link: http://www.gpwmi.us/
Host: Livonia Spree '63
Date: 06/30/2013
Time: 10:15 PM
Location: Ford Field, 14281 Farmington Rd., Livonia
Admission: Fireworks are free; other activities, such as the carnival, have an admission
Details: Each year the people of Livonia celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the City with a week-long birthday party. Held from June 25-30, 2013, Livonia Spree has something for everyone in the family: delicious food; great music ranging from country to jazz; a fantastic family carnival; and of course, the Grand Finale Fireworks Extravaganza on Sunday night.
Link: http://www.livoniaspree.com/Spree/Home.html
Host: Madison Heights Festival in the Park
Date: 06/30/2013
Time: 10 PM
Location: Civic Center Park, 360 W 13 Mile Rd., Madison Heights
Admission: Fireworks are free; some activities may have fees.
Details: Lots of country and western music, and events for the kids such as face painting, inflatables, and more. Events start at 7 p.m., with fireworks at 10 p.m.
Link: http://www.madison-heights.org/
Host: Fenton Annual Freedom Festival
Date: 07/04/2013
Time: Dusk
Location: Silver Lake Park, 16000 Jennings Rd., Fenton
Admission: Free
Details: Fenton’s annual Freedom Festival starts off at 10 a.m. with the parade, and winds up with spectacular fireworks at dusk!
Link: http://business.fentonchamber.com/Events/details/fenton-freedom-festival-151
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