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Fireworks On the River

Fireworks On the River

Amanda Galiano
Most cities around Arkansas have fireworks displays on the fourth and most state parks have something going on, including Petit Jean, Degray, Pinnacle and Ouachita. Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs is also hosting an event.

The listed events, however, are focused on Little Rock and cities in its immediate vicinity. The can't miss: Pops On The River. It's free for the public and music includes traditional patriotic tunes as well as a few classical and Broadway numbers. Bring a towel or lawn chair.

Remember, fireworks are illegal within city limits, so go out and watch the professionals put on their displays.

All events are on July 4th.

  • Free Day & Fourth of July Family Festival at the Clinton Presidential Center Park : From 2:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. the Clinton Center will offer free admission, children's activities, food vendors, live music and more. It's a good place to watch the fireworks.
  • Pops on the River at Riverfront Park: The gates open at 5:30 p.m. There is music from 6:30 and fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. The Arkansas symphony plays patriotic music to go along with the display. There are also other activities and a marketplace. It is a free event.
  • Frontier Fourth of July at Historic Arkansas Museum: From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. learn about the history of the Fourth with living history performances.
  • Pinnacle Mountain Celebration: From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. join park interpreters for fun games and activities.
  • Sherwood's 4th of July Family Celebration in Sherwood Forest from 6-9:00 p.m. Free food, entertainment and activties. Ends with a fireworks display. Free shuttle service from Sylvan Hills High School parking lot.
  • Arkansas Queen Fireworks Cruise on the Arkansas Queen Riverboat from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Live music and cash bar. Admission is $41 and you have the best seat in the house for the fireworks display. 501-372-5777.
  • Rooftop Argenta Market Jazz and Fireworks Jazz, fireworks and fine food on July 4th from 7:30 p.m. till 11:00 p.m. Tickets are $60-100, call 501-225-5600

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