July 4th In Westlake: Parade, Pool Party Info

WESTLAKE, OH — The city's annual 4th of July parade will kick off on Hilliard Boulevard at 10 a.m. The parade will proceed along east to Clague Park. After the parade, the city is hosting a pool party at Peterson Pool.

From 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., the pool party will feature free games like noodle races, silly tube races, watermelon eating contests, and more. Awards will be given for each game. The games will re-start every hour.

Additionally, due to the Tuesday holiday, trash collection will be delayed throughout the city. Trash collected Tuesday-Friday will be delayed by one day.

Want to head into Cleveland for 4th of July instead? One option for folks is a dinnertime and fireworks cruise on the Goodtime III. The ship will maneuver its way around the city while giving people the chance to dance the night away. Tickets cost $63.95-$89.95.

Not in the mood to hit the Goodtime? There are other nautical options for the seaworthy fireworks watchers. The deck of the steamship William G. Mather will host a party, providing a view of fireworks and beer from a nearby beer garden.

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