The United States is celebrating its 249th year. That means food, freedom, fun, and, of course, fireworks.
So where can you find them? The answer: All around you. You just have to know where to look.
Fireworks and Celebrations in the New Orleans Area
City Park 3rd of July Celebration
WHEN: July 3rd, New Orleans City Park's Great Lawn
The festivities begin at 6 pm with music by the Marine Forces Reserve Band and culminate with fabulous fireworks atop the Peristyle at 9 pm. Free.
WHEN: July 3rd, Metairie's Lafreniere Park
Don McLean headlines the event, which also includes the Marine Corps Band and fireworks. Free but VIP parking and passes are available.
St. Charles Parish Independence Day Celebration
WHEN: July 3rd, West Bank Bridge Park in Luling
Annual celebration with a fireworks show to highlight the night, along with food, music, and fun. Free.
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WHEN: July 4th, New Orleans Riverfront
Huge fireworks display, red, white, and blue water sprayed from a boat, and CNN will showcase the fireworks display this year. Free.
WHEN: July 4th, Mandeville
The fun includes a parade at 3 pm, music from Amanda Shaw at 4 pm, and The Boogie Men at 6:45 pm. Plus a kids' tent, food trucks, games, crafts, and a fireworks show over the lake. Free.
WHEN: July 4th, Civic Center Grounds in Chalmette
Music from Adam Pearce and Epic with food and drinks for sale. Event begins at 5:30 pm. Fireworks. Free.
Madisonville Old Fashioned 4th of July
WHEN: July 4th, Madisonville Town Hall
All-day event along the Tchefuncte with games and fun, followed by fireworks. Free.
Abita Springs 4th of July Celebration
WHEN: July 4th, Abita Springs Trailhead
Family event with music from Four Unplugged, vendors, and fireworks. Free.