Fourth of July Events in Connecticut
Fireworks, Parades, and More
Location: Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT (off of Route 64)
Time: After Sunset, July 4
Price: $7 (Parking) $1 (Optional 3-D Glasses)
Description:
On July 4, Quassy Amusement Park will be offering a '3-D' fireworks display. 3-D glasses are being sold for $1 and the money will be going to charity. Guests are welcome to come early and enjoy the rides and beach before the fireworks start.
Contact:
www.quassy.com
1-800-FOR-PARK
Fireworks Under the Stars
Location: Long Wharf Park, Canal Dock Road, New Heaven, CT
Time: 7 p.m. July 4 (Rain Date: July 5)
Price: Free
Description:
Come celebrate the 4th of July in New Heaven under the stars. Bring family and friends for this wonderful display by the docks.
Contact:
203-946-7172
Fourth of July Celebration
Location: Roseland Cottage, 556 Route 169, Woodstock, CT
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 4
Price: Free
Description:
Celebrate the holiday in Woodstock; home of Mr. Fourth of July. Here you can see historical American flags and see a guest appearance by President Ulysses Grant.
Contact:
860-928-4074
Great American Boom
Location: Stanley Quarter Park, 2159 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT
Time: 5 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. July 4
Price: $5
Description:
Come to Stanley Quarter Park for rides, attractions, carnival games, live concerts, and a petting zoo all topped off by an amazing display on the pond.
Contact:
www.new-britain.net/recnpark/
860-826-3360
Independence Day Parade
Location: 555 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT
Time: Starts at 11 a.m. July 4
Price: Free
Description:
In Madison there will be a wonderful parade celebrating the 4th of July. The parade begins at 11 and will make its way throughout downtown Madison. Hundreds of groups are participating in the parade including professional performance groups. This year the parade will be hosting two new special events. They will be the 'neighborhood float competition' and 'show your pet' competition. This parade is recognized as one of the greatest parades in Connecticut.
Contact:
www.madisonexchange.org
203-645-2147
July 4th Parade and Picnic
Location: Cove Road, Lyme, CT
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Price: Free
Description:
Lyme will be hosting a special old-fashion parade in celebration of July 4. The parade will start at 11 and afterwards everyone is invited to attend a free picnic sponsored by the Reynolds family.
Contact:
860-767-8269
Sounds of Liberty
Location: State Capitol, 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Description:
At 1:30 p.m. the celebration will begin with a speech by descendent of George Read along with a short presentation on the Connecticut signers. At 2 p.m. replicas of the Liberty Bell will ring 13 times to commemorate the 13 colonies. This is a very authentic and meaningful way to celebrate the holiday.
Contact:
860-460-5081
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