Burlington plans biggest fireworks show for July 3 park celebration
Burlington used its July 3 park celebration to open its USA 250 summer push, with a bigger fireworks show, a parachute demo and heat precautions.
The city scheduled the free July 3rd in the Park celebration for Friday, July 3, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Burlington City Park on South Main Street, with fireworks set for 9:20 p.m. The event was one of Burlington’s USA 250 summer offerings as the nation marks its 250th anniversary.
July 3rd in the Park is Burlington’s largest Independence Day celebration. Recreation and Parks supervisor Sean Echeverria expected parachute jumpers to land on Ballfield No. 1 behind the stage, a new feature for the event. The fireworks display was the city’s biggest to date, with the best viewing from the hill beside Ballfield No. 1.
The rest of the program followed the familiar formula of a major summer draw, with games, amusement rides, live music, food vendors and fireworks. Inflatables and a kids play zone were also among the attractions, and a $5 wristband was available for some activities including the rock wall, inflatables, slides and obstacle courses. Admission to the event itself was free.
More than 13,000 people attended last year’s celebration.
The city also focused on heat safety. Misting stations, shade structures and multiple water fountains were set up for attendees, with first responders on site from Burlington Fire Department, Burlington Police Department and Alamance Rescue. Organizers urged people to stay hydrated, and firefighters advised using water and electrolytes while avoiding caffeine and alcohol.
Burlington City Park has long been one of the city’s main public gathering spaces, with a miniature train, kiddie rides, an ADA-inclusive playground, walking track, fitness station, tennis courts, baseball and softball fields, open green space and the Burlington Pickleball Complex. The July 3 event has been listed at least since 2024.
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