Find out where to find a Fourth of July parade.
Beat the crowds and see the Freedom Fourth display from the Balloon Museum.
If you've never been to one of the big fireworks events before, you might want to consider some advance preparation. Be sure to take a blanket(s) for a picnic spot, or umbrellas, water bottles, sunscreen, and hat. If you're on a budget, take your own dinner in a cooler. Get there early to avoid the lines, and if you have kids, get there early so they have time to enjoy the jumping structures and climbing wall. There are a lot of activities for the kids at these events, so get out before dinner when the crowds are thinner and the kids won't have to wait in long lines. If you have young ones, take a stroller or a wagon. And whatever you do, don't forget the camera!
Fireworks Displays
Take Me Out to the BallgameJuly 2, 3 and 4
Get out to Isotopes Park for the all American game of baseball. The Isotopes play the Round Rock Express, with the gates opening at 5:30 p.m. and the game starting at 7:05 p.m. And after the game is over, stay to enjoy the fireworks display. If you don't want to face the crowds of the big fireworks event, Freedom Fourth, then this is a great alternative. Hurry, though, for the 4th event, as tickets sell fast!
Los Lunas Fireworks
Free entertainment begins at 4 p.m. at Daniel Fernandez Park, located at 1103 Highway 314. There will be plenty of food sold at the event, or you can bring your own picnic. Fireworks start at dusk. See the parade at 9 a.m. at the intersection of the "Y" at Main Street and Route 47.
Rio Rancho Fireworks Event
The city of Rio Rancho always puts on a fireworks display for the 4th, and this year is no different. If you live on the west side and don't want to face the crowds of the Freedom Fourth event put on by the City of Albuquerque, this display is a wonderful alternative.
Go to the Rio Rancho High School football stadium to watch the display. The high school is located at 301 Loma Colorado in Rio Rancho. There will be parking available at the high school, for $5 per vehicle, with proceeds to benefit the Rio Rancho High School and Sue Cleveland High School booster clubs. Handicapped parking is available.
The Rio Rancho Symphonic Band will play prior to the fireworks, which will begin at 9 p.m.
In addition to live music, there will be food available for purchase at the stadium snack bar. There will be plenty of activities for the kids.
The event is alcohol free and subject to weather. Entry to the Fireworks event is free. For more information, call (505) 891-5015.
