Here’s a list of July 4, Independence Day events in Columbus and Phenix City
Independence Day is almost here, and there are plenty of patriotic events happening around the Chattahoochee Valley to mark the holiday weekend.
From bouncy houses and games to carnival food to large fireworks displays, we’ve rounded up some events in the area that will keep you celebrating all week long.
Here’s a list of events celebrating Independence Day.
Columbus
Uptown Columbus Inc. is hosting its inaugural Star Spangled Weekend, scheduled for July 2-3. The free event will feature “family-friendly concerts,” according to a release from Uptown.
Modeled after Uptown’s Friday Night Concert Series, the shows will take place on the 1000 block of Broadway from 7-10 p.m. both nights. Each concert will be headlined by a local band: R&B band Deeper Shades of Soul will perform July 2, and GP-38, which plays country, southern and classic rock, will take the stage July 3.
Two blocks of Broadway will be closed each night to traffic. Visitors are welcome to bring lawn chairs, according to Uptown. Coolers, tents, umbrellas and pets are prohibited.
Callaway Gardens
Callaway Resort & Gardens is hosting its annual July 4th Star Spangled Beach Party July 2-4.
Outdoor activities include beach and water sports, live music, food and drinks and a fireworks show. Fireworks will go off each evening.
Special event admission applies, and additional fees may apply for select activities.
Visit www.callawaygardens.com or call 844-512-3826 for more information.
Buena Vista
Progressive Minds of Buena Vista, a group of local business owners, is hosting Freedom on the Square July 3-4.
The free event takes place at Fox Hall, 104 East 4th Ave., in Buena Vista. It will include fireworks, live music and helicopter rides.
Beer, wine and spirits will be sold. Cornerstone Church will host an outdoor church service Sunday morning.
Auburn
The city of Auburn, Alabama, is hosting an Independence Day celebration July 4 at 1840 E. Glenn Avenue, behind the home side of the Duck Samford Stadium.
Gates open at 5 p.m. CDT, with fireworks beginning at 8:30 p.m.
Visit www.auburnalabama.org for more information.
Opelika
Opelika Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual Freedom Celebration July 3 at Opelika High School.
The free event begins at 6:30 p.m. CDT. Visitors can enjoy hamburgers, hotdogs, popcorn, musical entertainment and activities for the whole family.
For more information, visit the City of Opelika’s website.
Did we miss any? Email jmixon@ledger-enquirer.com with info on the event and we’ll be sure to include it.
This story was originally published June 25, 2021 at 12:55 PM.
