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2012 Firework Shows in Wichita, KS and surrounding areas (Casey Siebels, FetchToto.com Editor / June 26, 2012) |
Make this 4th of July weekend special by attending one of the many firework shows in Wichita and surrounding areas. Events for this year’s Independence Day include music, food, games, competitions, parades, swimming, and of course, fireworks! Make sure to check the dates for each event. This year’s 4th of July falls on a Wednesday, but there are some firework shows taking place on Saturday and/or Sunday. Come out with your family and friends and soak up the sun, eat tasty food, and watch some amazing fireworks this 4th of July!
WICHITA, Kansas
Bradley Fair
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, July 5, 2012
Where: Bradley Fair is located on Rock Road at 21st Street
Cost: FREE
Info: http://www.bradleyfair.com/events.html
Lawrence-Dumont Stadium
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Date: Friday, June 29, 2012
Where: Lawrence-Dumont Stadium; 300 South Sycamore; Wichita, KS 67213
Info: http://wichitawingnuts.com/
AUGUSTA, Kansas
Community Firework Celebration
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Where: Augusta City Lake, Augusta, KS
Info: www.chamberofaugusta.org
DERBY, Kansas
Firecracker Run
Time: 4-Mile Run @ 7:30 a.m., 1-Mile Run @ 8:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: High Park north shelter, 2801 E. James, Derby, KS
Cost: $25 Entry Fee ($5 discount for Derby Running Club members)
Register: http://www.active.com/
Derby Kiwanis Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
Time: 7:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Derby Recreation Center, 801 E. Market, Derby, KS
Cost: Tickets are $5.00 (13 and older) and $3.00 (2-12 years) and 2 and under are free
4th of July Parade
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Derby, KS
Parade Route: http://www.derbyweb.com/pdfs/independence-day-parade-route.pdf
Independence Day Celebration
Time: Open at 7:00 p.m., Fireworks set to begin at 9:40 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: High Park, 2700 E. Madison, Derby, Kansas
Info: This event will be going on all day long and can be appreciated by the whole family. Start your 4th of July with breakfast sponsored by Kiwanis. All the proceeds raised will go towards youth services.
Other 4th of July events in Derby include a parade, Hiland Dairy ice cream social, community band performances, and community choir performances. The day will conclude with a firework show that is set to go off at approximately 9:45 p.m.
More info: http://www.derbyweb.com/fourth-of-july.cfm
EL DORADO, Kansas
4th of July Celebration
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Forest Park & Municipal Pool, 900 N Taylor, El Dorado, Kansas
Cost: FREE
Info: El Dorado’s annual Independence Day celebration will be taking place on Wednesday. The lineup includes face painting, turtle races, water balloon toss, sand art and more. There will be free swimming at the municipal pool between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Hot dogs and chips will be served between 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. There will also be a wiffle ball and super toss “The Bean Game” tournaments taking place. Participants in the tournaments must register before Monday, July 2. The firework show will begin at dusk.
GARDEN PLAIN, Kansas
Time: 6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Garden Plain City Park, 500 N. Section Line, Garden Plain, Kansas
Cost: $3.00 per button
Info: Horses & Softball at 8:00 a.m., Parade at 11:00 a.m., Inflatables at 12:00 p.m., Ping Pong at 1:00 p.m., Money Dig at 1:30 p.m., Dodgeball & Petting Zoo at 2:00 p.m., Turtle Races at 2:30 p.m., Dance at 7:30 p.m., Fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
More Info: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10100610654989471&set=p.10100610654989471&type=1&theater
HARPER, Kansas
Harper County Fourth of July
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Anthony City Lake, NW 20 Rd. and W. Lake Rd., Anthony, Kansas
HAYSVILLE, Kansas
Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 4
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Riggs Park, 700 Sarah Ln., Haysville, KS
Cost: FREE
Info: The Haysville Independence Day Celebration schedule includes: Independence Day Parade at 8:30 a.m., All American Fishing Derby at 9:30 a.m., Raft Races at 11:45 a.m., Water Carnival at the pool at 1:00 p.m., Youth Firecracker Parade at 5:45 p.m., Second Nature Concert at 6:45 p.m., and 4th of July Fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
More info: http://haysville-ks.com
HUTCHINSON, Kansas
HutchFest 2012
Date: Friday, June 29, Saturday, June 30, Tuesday, July 3, Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Time: Fireworks at 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4
Where: Carey Park & Fairgrounds, Hutchinson, Kansas
Cost: Buttons are $4.00
Info: http://hutchfest.com/schedule.php#june2
MAIZE, Kansas
City of Maize Independence Day Celebration
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012 (Saturday, July 7 in case of rain)
More info: http://www.cityofmaize.org/
PARK CITY, Kansas
Park City 4th of July Salute to Freedom
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: 6110 North Hydraulic, Park City, Kansas
Cost: FREE
Info: Activities include parade, Kiddos BBQ judging, car show, face painting, train rides, free swim, horseshoe competition, inflatables, rock climbing wall, water slide, pet show and BMX races. Fireworks begin at 10:00 p.m. in the park.
More info: http://www.parkcityks.com/documents/Events/flyer%20july%202012.PDF
PEABODY, Kansas
Peabody 4th of July Celebration
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Where: Peabody’s City Park, Second St. and Locust St., Peabody, Kansas
Cost: $3.00 for a button
Info: http://www.peabodyfourth.com/
