Summer is in full swing, and the Fourth of July is right around the corner, and here are some of the scheduled firework celebrations across the Ozarks.
BILLINGS
Fireworks celebration
- Saturday, July 1
- Billings City Park
- begins at 5 p.m.
- fireworks begin at dusk
- free
BRANSON
Branson Landing’s Liberty Light Up Concert & Fireworks
- Monday, July 3
- entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m.
- free
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BOLIVAR
Celebration of Freedom
- Tuesday, July 4
- at SBU campus
- begins at 5:30
- fireworks begin at 9:20
BUFFALO
Independence Day Country Fair
- Saturday, July 1
- at Southern Dallas County Fire 322 Red Top Rd., Buffalo
- gates open at 11:30 a.m.
- talent contests for kids at 2 p.m. and adults at 3 p.m.
- fireworks begin at dusk
- free
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BULL SHOALS
Independence Day Fireworks Show
- Tuesday, July 4
- VFW parade earlier in the day
- fireworks begin after dark
- best seats near the Bull Shoals Dam
- free
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BUTTERFIELD
- Tuesday, June 30
- begins at 6 p.m.
- fireworks begin at dark
- free
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CHADWICK
- Tuesday, July 4
- fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
- at Chadwick Community Building
- free
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CLEVER
Clever Freedom Celebration
- Saturday, June 24
- begins at 6 p.m.
- at Clever High School
- fireworks begin at dark
- free
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EAGLE ROCK
- Saturday, July 1
- fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Hwy 86 bridge in Eagle Rock
- Free
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GALENA
- Saturday, July 1
- Galena fireworks at the Y bridge
- Free
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GREENFIELD
Celebrate America
- Saturday, June 24
- at Greenfield City Park
- begins at 6 p.m.
- fireworks begin at dusk
- free
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HOLLISTER
Hollister Fireworks Celebration
- Tuesday, July 4
- downtown Hollister
- fireworks start at dark
- free
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Honor America at College of the Ozarks
- Sunday, June 25
- 100 Opportunity Avenue, Point Lookout
- begins at 6 p.m.
- patriotic program and fireworks begin at 8:45 p.m.
- free
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LAKE OF THE OZARKS
The Lodge of Four Seasons July 4th Bash
- Tuesday, July 4
- live music begins at 2 p.m.
- fireworks begin at dusk
- free
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LEBANON
VFW & Auxiliary Freedom Fest
- at 1617 Lynn St., Lebanon
- begins at 3 p.m.
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MARSHFIELD
Independence Day Parade
- Tuesday, July 4
- begins at 10 a.m.
- at the Marshfield Square
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MONETT
Freedom and Fireworks
- Tuesday, July 4
- at Monett South Park
- fireworks will begin at dark
- free
NIXA
Sky High Fireworks Celebration
- Saturday, June 24
- from 6 – 10 p.m.
- fireworks begin at dark
- at Nixa High School Eagles Stadium
- free, suggested $5 donation for parking to Nixa Band Boosters
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OSCEOLA
Fireworks Over the Cove
- Saturday, June 24
- fireworks begin after dark
- at the old boat ramp on Lakeshore Dr., Osceola
- free
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REPUBLIC
Have-A-Blast Patriotic Celebration
- Friday, June 30
- begins at 6 p.m.
- at J.R. Martin Park
- fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
- free
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ROGERSVILLE
- Saturday, June 24
- begins at 3 p.m.
- at Rogersville City Park
- fireworks at dark
- free
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SPRINGFIELD
Springfield’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July Parade and Celebration
- Tuesday, July 4
- from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- at Washington Park
- free
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STRAFFORD
4th of July parade
- line-up starts at 9:15 a.m.
- parade begins at 10 a.m.
- free
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FIREWORKS LAWS
If you’re looking to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks celebrations of your own, you may want to review the rules.
Within Springfield city limits, fireworks are not allowed. You cannot buy, sell or set them off. But there are a few smaller ones that you can light within Springfield city limits, such as sparklers, smoke bombs, and night crawlers.
Violations could result in a citation and confiscation of your fireworks. In some cases, the city could fine up to $500 for fireworks that are shot off illegally.
FIREWORKS SAFETY TIPS
-Thoroughly read instructions
Although you may have lit fireworks every year, you must read the instructions on the packaging to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.
-Always have water nearby
Have water within reach just in case. Keep a bucket of water and garden hose nearby to fully extinguish fireworks that don’t go off or in the unfortunate event of a fire.
-Keep children away from fireworks
Keep the little ones away from the fireworks. So they don’t feel left out, use glow sticks or lights as a fun alternative to joining in on the festivities. For the older kids, make sure if they are using them, they are closely monitored.
-Dispose of fireworks properly
Disposing of fireworks safely is vital. You should soak both spent and unused fireworks in water for a few hours before discarding them.
-Avoid common injuries
Common injuries are from sparklers. They could reach up to very high temps. Crews recommend not touching the part of the sparkler that has burned for up to twenty minutes, and dispose of in a nearby water bucket.
