DOTHAN, AL (WDNews) The Wiregrass is ablaze with patriotic joy this year. To maintain the festive spirit, several people in Dothan and the surrounding towns have stepped up. So assemble the family, grab some yard chairs, and celebrate the Fourth of July locally!
Park Fireworks in Level Plains
With food, vendors, family activities, and a fireworks display later that evening, the Level Plains Community Center opens its park on July 4 at 4 p.m.
The Old-Fashioned Fourth in Landmark Park
On July 4, Landmark Park will offer a family-friendly outdoor celebration from 12 to 8 p.m. that includes watermelon sampling, lawn games, a kids’ bike parade, and picnics. Adult admission is $6, children’s admission is $5, and children under three enter free of charge. Note: there are no fireworks included.
Headland’s Fireworks & Agriculture Parade
The Fourth of July celebrations in Headland’s downtown square begin at 4 p.m. with food trucks, balloon art, glitter tattoos, and an agricultural parade at 5 p.m., followed by fireworks at Douglas Park at around 9 p.m.
Geneva’s Celebration of the Good Old Days
Robert Fowler Park, popularly known as The Junction, will feature a carnival-style Independence Day celebration on July 4 from 4 to 9 p.m., organized by the Greater Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce. Prize-winning carnival games, live music, train rides, water activities, face painting, balloon artists, and food vendors are all part of the family-friendly event. A fireworks display will light up the Geneva sky as the evening comes to a close.
Celebration of the City of Troy Fireworks
On Friday, July 4, Troy University’s Veterans Memorial Stadium will host the City of Troy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration. Fireworks will begin at 8:30 p.m.One of Pike County’s largest yearly exhibits is open to the public to view.
The 4th Ashford Festival at America’s Crossroads
On Friday, July 4, Ashford will hold its yearly 4thFEST at the historic Dupree School. Activities begin at 5 p.m., with fireworks after sunset, and gates open at 4 p.m. Giant water slides, live music, face painting, food vendors, games, and arts and crafts are all part of this family-friendly celebration. The Dupree School Preservation Project will profit from the $20 donation per vehicle for admission. Pets, coolers, alcohol, and outdoor pyrotechnics are all prohibited.
Celebration in Frank Jackson State Park
The public is invited to the City of Opp’s Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 4 at Frank Jackson State Park. Admission is free starting at 10 a.m., and there will be live music all day long. Fireworks are planned for 8:30 p.m., and Alyssa Jones will take the stage at 3 p.m.Free watermelon slices, food vendors, and face painting are all part of the festivities.
With a fireworks finale, Dothan Dragons host United Way Night.
Rip Hewes Stadium will host a special event this weekend to extend the Fourth of July celebrations. The Dothan Dragons will play their home game against Wiregrass United Way Night on Saturday, July 5. Kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m., and gates open at 5:30 p.m.Donations will be gathered during the game to help United Way and its 40 partner organizations that serve many Wiregrass counties. Following the game, spectators can take in a patriotic fireworks display produced by Ill Eagle Fireworks. You can purchase tickets at dothanunitedsoccer.com right now.
Eufaula’s Lakepoint State Park Fireworks and Celebrations
On Saturday, July 5, Eufaula will celebrate Independence Day at Lakepoint State Park with fireworks, refreshments, and live music. Food vendors and live music by Mike and Josh, an acoustic duet performing a blend of rock, pop, and country, kick off the event at 5 p.m. Around 9 p.m., fireworks are expected to start.Lakepoint State Park and the City of Eufaula are hosting the celebration. It is requested that attendees refrain from bringing their own fireworks.
