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Fireworks Near Me: Bel Air’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Bel Air.

BEL AIR, MD — Coronavirus cases continue to drop across the country while the number of those who are fully vaccinated continues to rise, which means there is even more reason to celebrate this Independence Day. July 4 is almost here, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Bel Air so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Bel Air from the Bel Air Independence Day Committee:

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What: 4th Of July Flag-Raising Ceremonies
Where: Various (Bel Air High School, Rockfield Park, Shamrock Park, Hickory Lot)
When: 6:45 a.m., 8 a.m., 8:45 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, July 4

What: 4th Of July Horseshoe Pitching
Where: Rockfield Park, 501 E. Churchville Rd.
When: 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 4

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What: 4th Of July Family Contests (water balloon toss, Uncle Sam Says, watermelon eating)
Where: Shamrock Park, 39 N. Hickory Ave.
When: 9-11 a.m. on Sunday, July 4

What: Bel Air Bike Rodeo
Where: 100 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Bel Air (across from library)
When: 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 4

What: Bel Air Fourth of July Parade
Where: 119 S. Main St., Bel Air
When: 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 4

What: Bel Air Fireworks
Where: Rockfield Park, 501 E. Churchville Rd.
When: 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 4

Here are other events nearby:

What: Kingsville Independence Day Parade
Where: Jerusalem at Bradshaw at Belair roads, Kingsville
When: 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 3

What: Spirit of America Festival
Where: Washington Street at Pennington Avenue, Havre de Grace
When: Noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 3

What: Havre de Grace Independence Day Parade
Where: Union Avenue at St. John Street, Havre de Grace
When: 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 4

What: Havre de Grace Fireworks Show
Where: Concord Point Park, 352 Commerce St., Havre de Grace
When: 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 4

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers.

Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Bel Air Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post section.

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