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2021 Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations in Delaware County and the Philadelphia Area

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2021 Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations in Delaware County and the Philadelphia Area
Below is a list of parades, events, and fireworks in the Delaware County area. Don't forget the Wawa Welcome America celebration in Philadelphia that includes a parade on July 4th, concerts, and outdoor movies. Click here for the calendar of events in Philadelphia.

Please let me know if I forgot any and I will add them to the list. Happy 4th of July!



Saturday, July 3rd

Aldan
Aldan’s Independence Day Celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m.


The Bethel Township Parks and Recreation Board will be hosting its Annual Fireworks display on Saturday, July 3rd, 2021, at Bethel Springs Elementary School. The rain date for this event is Monday, July 5th. Residents are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs for the event and are reminded that no alcoholic beverages or smoking are permitted. The display is set to begin at dusk and Mister Softee (Ice Cream) will be available for purchase. 


Norwood
Celebrate Independence Day with the Citizens of Norwood! Old fashioned fun with a parade and fireworks at dusk.


The parade begins at 10am at the Rosemont Business Campus and will follow the previously used route through our community.

Ridley Park’s annual Big Bang Fireworks at The Lake begins at dusk.   


Sunday, July 4th

Aston 
Independence Day Celebration will be on July 4th, behind Sun Valley High School.  The DJ begins at 7pm at fireworks begin around 9:15pm

Clifton Heights
Parade at 10am. Fireworks will be held at Clifton Heights Athletic Field (Springfield Road and Sycamore Avenue), with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. (Raindate July 5th)


4th of July Parade starts at 9 am at Nazarene Church Parking lot

(Raindate July 11th)
The parade starts at 12pm beginning at Mac Dade and Ashland, ending in the park. 

Lansdowne 
The Union Athletic Association of Lansdowne presents the annual Independence Day parade featuring marching bands, antique cars, decorated bikes, and floats. The route starts at 9 am on July 4th at East Greenwood.  Fireworks begin at 9 pm


Monday, July 5th

Come out and watch the parade on July 5th starting at 10 AM. The parade starts at St. Alban's Circle in Newtown Square and travels down West Chester Pike to the Broomall Fire Company. 

Thornbury Township
Thornbury will hold its Annual Fourth of July Parade, on July 5th. Parade along Glen Mills Road to Thornbury Park. Refreshments and games at the park. Formation begins 9:30 am at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Parade begins at 10:00 am



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2018 Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations in the Philadelphia Area

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2018 Fireworks and 4th of July Celebrations in the Philadelphia Area
Below is a list of parades, events, and fireworks in the Delaware County area. Don't forget the Wawa Welcome America celebration in Philadelphia that includes a parade on July 4th, concerts, and outdoor movies. Click here for the calendar of events in Philadelphia.

Please let me know if I forgot any and I will add them to the list. Happy 4th of July!
Saturday, June 23rd

Glenolden POSTPONED TO SUNDAY JUNE 24th
Our yearly fireworks show is set for June 23rd (rain date June 24th). Music and games start at the Interboro Baseball Field at 7 p.m.
The fireworks show is scheduled to go off at dusk (shortly after 9 p.m.).

 Saturday, June 30th

 YachtStock RiverJam Fireworks
Fireworks this year are held as part of the Yachtstock RiverJam event. RiverJam lasts from noon to 10 pm and includes 50 bands at 3 venues, plus a car show, vendors, food, and family fun. Proceeds benefit Shriners Hospitals Philadelphia and other local charities. Tinicum Fireworks start at 9:30

Tuesday, July 3rd
Bethel Township Presents July 4th Fireworks at Bethel Springs Elementary School. The show starts at dusk. Residents are encouraged to carpool and arrive early. Parking is very limited at BSES at Bethel Community Park. No smoking, alcohol, or pets. Rain date: July 5th

Norwood
Fireworks at dusk on July 3rd.  Parade, sporting contests and refreshments beginning at 8:30 am on Tuesday, July 4th. The parade starts at Interboro High School and ends at the Upper Park.

 Upper Darby
Join friends and family to celebrate Independence Day at Upper Darby Township’s premier fireworks show! But this is much more than just fireworks! The event kicks off with performances by the popular Philadelphia band Chico’s Vibe and the Upper Darby Summer Stage Shooting Stars.

The display will take place at the Upper Darby High School Memorial Stadium behind the high school. The address is 601 N. Lansdowne Ave. in Drexel Hill. Gates open at 7 pm and admission is $4. The fireworks display will begin at dusk. Children under 5 are free and tickets are sold only at the gate. Parking is free. The event rain date is Friday, July 6.


 Wednesday, July 4th
Aldan
Aldan’s Independence Day Celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m.


Aston 
Independence Day Celebration will be on July 4th, behind Sun Valley High School.  The DJ begins at 7pm at fireworks begin around 9:15pm

South Ardmore (Haverford Township)Ardmore Independence Day Celebration on July 4th 10:00 AM Parade Starts at Chestnutwald Elementary goes to Elwell Park

Clifton Heights
Parade at 10am. Fireworks will be held at Clifton Heights Athletic Field (Springfield Road and Sycamore Avenue), with fireworks at 9:30 p.m.


4th of July Parade starts at 8:45 at Nazarene Church Parking lot

Lansdowne 
The Union Athletic Association of Lansdowne presents the annual Independence Day parade featuring marching bands, antique cars, decorated bikes, and floats. The route starts at 9 am on July 4th at East Greenwood.  Fireworks begin at 9 pm

Marple Newtown
Come out and watch the parade on July 4th starting at 10 AM. The parade starts at St. Alban's Circle in Newtown Square and travels down West Chester Pike to the Broomall Fire Company. Stop by the firehouse for free refreshments such as hot dogs, pretzels, and bottled water. 

Narberth 4th of July Program
 Join us on July 4th as we celebrate Independence day in the best little town ever of Narberth! Daytime activities start at 10:00 am with game, music, great food, and great company! Check it out! And of course, you don't want to miss out on the best Fireworks on the Mainline.

Radnor Garrett Hill Parade will be July 4th. Opening ceremonies of the parade are at 10:45 a.m. at Clem Macrone Park.

Radnor
The annual Radnor Township July 4th Fireworks will take place at the Radnor High School fields on King of Prussia Road. Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at dusk. The stands will be open, or you can bring a picnic basket and chairs and sit on the field. Tickets can be purchased in advance. 


Thornbury Township
Thornbury will hold its Annual Fourth of July Parade, on July 4th. Parade along Glen Mills Road to Thornbury Park. Refreshments and games at the park. Formation begins 9:30 am at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Parade begins at 10:00 am


Upland
Upland's annual Fourth of July family picnic will be held from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Bristol Lord Field, located at Sixth and Church streets.  Please note that you must be a current resident of the borough to participate. 
Saturday, July 7th

Ridley Park’s annual Big Bang Fireworks at The Lake begin at dusk.  
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Head to Home Depot for a Special Workshop with a Despicable Me 2 Crafts

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Head to Home Depot for a Special Workshop with a Despicable Me 2 Crafts

Come Out and Play with 

the Fun of "Despicable Me 2"!

Saturday July 6th
9am - 12pm




Home Depot is having a FREE workshop this Saturday, July 6th from 9am to noon at all Home Depot stores. They are geared towards children age 5-12, but the younger children will likely need some help from you.



The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.


In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, d-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot aprons, and an achievement pin.


* Find Your Local Store



For more information: http://www.homedepot.com

Locations: 

Marple 700 Reed Road Broomall, PA 19008

Ridley Township 300 East Macdade Blvd Folsom, PA 19033

Upper Darby 5342 W Baltimore Pike Primos-Secane, PA 19018

Concord Township 200 Hatton Drive Glen Mills, PA 19342


This event is appropriate for ages 5 and older

Cost: free
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Happy Fourth of July

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Happy Fourth of July



Fun Things wants to wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!
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4th of July Parades and Fireworks in Delaware County

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4th of July Parades and Fireworks in Delaware County
Below is a list of parades, events and fireworks for the area. Don't forget
Wawa Welcome America celebration in Philadelphia that includes a parade on July 4th, an ice cream festival and outdoor movies. Click here for the calendar of events. Please let me know if I forgot any and I will ad them to the list.   Happy 4th of July!




Friday July 1st
Chester
Harrah's Chester Casino & Racetrack will kick off the holiday weekend on Friday night with fireworks over the Delaware River. The fireworks will go off at 10pm. (Kids are not allowed in the casino but many people have told me that in the past you can see the fireworks in Eddystone and most parts of Chester)


Haverford
Friends of the Grange present a patriotic evening to celebrate the Fourth of July with the Grange Estate's customary Independence Day Celebration.
Friday July 1st— 7:00 pm-9pm
On the Mansion Front Porch — Light refreshments will be served
Admission $12.00.

Upper Darby
The Upper Darby Band will celebrate Independence Day with a concert and fireworks show Friday at Upper Darby High Memorial Field, Lansdowne Avenue. The gate opens at 7 p.m. Rain date is July 2. Showtime for the event sponsored by Upper Darby Department of Leisure Services is 7:30 p.m. with the big fireworks show set off at 9:30 p.m. Admission is $4 at the gate.  No lawn chairs or coolers are permitted inside the stadium.

Saturday July 2nd

Ridley Park

Ridley Park will kick off the borough’s Independence Day celebration July 2nd at Eastlake Park,  Fireworks will begin at dusk.

 
Sunday July 3rd
Fireworks July 3rd at Chester Park at dusk

Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens "Fireworks and Fountains" display is truly memorable and you can see the extravaganza July 3rd 9:15pm

Linwood
Fireworks July 3rd at Rocco Gaspari Park starting at dusk.
Norwood
Fireworks July 3rd Lower Park, Cleveland Ave.starting at dusk

Monday July 4th



Aldan

The Aldan 4th of July Association's annual Independence Day celebration begins 11 a.m. Monday with the borough's annual patriotic parade

The parade will proceed on Providence Road, east to Elm Avenue, south to Magnolia Avenue, west to Sycamore Avenue, and north to the borough park.

Aston
Aston township will hold its annual fireworks display at dusk on Monday at the Sun Valley High athletic field.

Ardmore (Haverford Township)
Ardmore Independence Day Celebration on Monday, July 4th
10:00 AM Parade Starts at Chestnutwald Elementary goes to Elwell Park
There is no rain date for this event. If the weather is questionable, please check their website to verify.

On Monday at 9 a.m., the mayor’s annual walk/run will take place on the waterfront . Registration at Barry Bridge Park/PPL Park Stadium site.

Clifton Heights
Fireworks at Clifton Heights Athletic Field, N. Springfield and Church St. on July 4th, 9:15 p.m.


Collingdale
Collingdale's Fourth of July Celebration will begin at 8:45 a.m. with the Wake-Up Motorcycle 

followed by the Grand Parade . The parade will end at Collingdale Park, where there will be the annual flag-raising ceremony in cooperation with Marshall-McKay VFW Post 5428, American Legion Post 669 and New Destiny Christian Center.  
The Collingdale Seniors will then distribute ice cream to children 12 and under with a ticket. Field Events will begin around 10:45 a.m. The water slides and moon bounce will be open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. (children must be accompanied by an adult). Events will conclude around 2pm.
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Glenolden
The Glenolden 4th of July Committee will host a parade on Monday. The parade will begin in the parking lot of the Wells Fargo Bank, MacDade Boulevard and Ashland Avenue, at 10:30 a.m. The Baby Parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. at Knowles and Scott avenues. Any borough resident wishing to be in the parade should register at Glenolden Park Sunday from 6-8 p.m.


Hilltop (Haverford)
The Hilltop Civic Association’s Independence Day celebration takes place Monday July 4th, beginning at 10 a.m. The parade begins at the Bon Air Fire House on Royal Avenue in Havertown and concludes at Hilltop Field.

Lansdowne
The Union Athletic Association plans to hold its Independence Day celebrations on July 4th, 2011. A full mile-long parade with marching bands, antique cars, children's decorated bikes and floats will begin at 9:00 AM. In the evening there will be a great fireworks program at Penn Wood High School field with live music beginning at 7:45 PM. 

Marple Newtown
Come out and watch the parade on July 4th starting at 10 AM. Parade starts at St. Alban's circle in Newtown Square and travels down West Chester Pike to the Broomall Fire Company. Stop by the fire house for free refreshments such as hot dogs, pretzels and bottled water. (rain date is Saturday, July 9).


MediaThe Media Recreation Commission will hold a fun morning at Barrall Field on State and Edgemont streets starting at 10 a.m – 12:00 pm.on Monday

It is a day of food, fun, and entertainment. Live performance by Silly Joe. There will be a water slide, crafts and games for the kids. For more information, please contact the recreation office at 610-566-5210 x255 
Rain date is July 5.

Radnor
Garrett Hill Parade will be Sunday July 4th. Opening ceremonies of the parade is at 10:45a.m. at Clem Macrone Park.

Radnor
The annual Radnor Township July 4th Fireworks will take place Monday at the Radnor High School fields on King of Prussia Road. Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at dusk. The stands will be open, or you can bring a picnic basket and chairs and sit on the field. . Tickets purchased in advance at the Township Municipal Building, 301 Iven Ave., Wayne, are $10 and tickets at the gate at $15.

Rutledge
Rutledge 4th of July celebration will begin at 9 a.m. at Melrose Terrace and Swathmore Ave. followed immediately by the judging in various categories.

Swarthmore
Swarthmore borough will have a full morning of Fourth of July events with a traditional town flavor on Monday beginning at 8:30 am.

Springfield
Parade starts at 9 am. Rain date is Saturday July 9th. At 10:30 am activities at Memorial Park start. There is a flag raising ceremony, greetings and salute to veterans, Firehouse Five concert, Free Ice cream for all, free buttons and balloons, field events after concert, pony rides, face painting, a juggler, a clown and a balloon man. In case of inclement weather, postponement information will be broadcast by KYW 1060.


Thornbury Township
Thornbury will hold its Annual Fourth of July Parade, Monday, July 4th. Parade along Glen Mills Road to Thornbury Park. Refreshments and games at the park. Formation begins 9:30 am at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Parade begins at 10:00 am
Upland
Upland annual Fourth of July family picnic will be held from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Monday at Bristol Lord Field, located at Sixth and Church streets. You need a wristband to attend this event.

The free event will feature food, treats and beverages; music provided by a disc jockey; and children's games, including a moon bounce, dunk tank and pony rides.



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