Seasonal & Holidays
Ames’s 4th Of July Fireworks 2020 Canceled
Ames's traditional Fourth of July events may be canceled, but there are several other ways you can celebrate the holiday safely.
AMES, IA – July 4 events across the country will not look the same this year thanks to the coronavirus. Ames canceled its parade and fireworks show, citing concerns about the coronavirus pandemic.
“The Independence Day Fireworks is an annual tradition here in Ames, where residents and visitors gather to begin their holiday celebrations,” said Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau President & CEO, Kevin Bourke in a news release. “After consulting with the City of Ames and Iowa State University, we felt the safety and well-being of those residents and visitors is our utmost priority during the COVID-19 pandemic. We look forward to hosting the fireworks in 2021.”
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