Here are a few of the larger celebrations taking place in Kent and Ottawa Counties:
When: 10:30 p.m. On July 1
Where: Ah-Nab-Awen Park
The Amway Family Fireworks kicks off at 5 p.m. At Ah-Nab-Awen Park near the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum with family-oriented activities, games, food trucks, vendors exhibits and live bands. The fireworks are slated to begin at 10:30 p.m.
Kentwood
When: Dusk on July 4
Where: Crestwood Middle School 2674 44th Street
This day-long party includes a 5K Race & Fun Walk and Parade. An evening event at the Middle School will include carnival rides, games, inflatables, and more. Fireworks begin at dusk.
When: Dusk on July 4
Where: Ada Christian School 6206 Ada Drive
A daytime book sale and parade will come before the evening fireworks display in this Grand Rapids suburb.
When: Dusk on July 4
Where: 3535 Wilson Ave Southwest
Grandville’s three-day Independence Day Celebration will end with a fireworks display outside Grandville middle school on July 4.
When: Dusk on July 4
Where: Collins Park 650 Lakeside Drive Southeast
East Grand Rapids’ festivities will start with a community parade through the streets of town and continues throughout the day with family-oriented activities at Collins Park. The fireworks display will begin at the park at dusk.
When: 10 p.m. On July 4
Where: Kollen Park & Heinz Waterfront Walkway 240 Kollen Park Drive
There will be music, food and games beginning at 2 p.m.
When: Dusk on July 4
Where: Waterfront Stadium 1 North Harbor Drive
A “musical fountain” meaning a show with water and lights coordinated to music begins at 9:45 p.m. With a full fireworks show on the lakes at the end of the show.
When: Dusk on July 1
Where: CalPlex 5401 100th Street
A food drive will be held and free parking will be provided on site.
Green Lake (Leighton Township)
When: Dusk on July 3
Where: Reus Beach on Green Lake (Kalamazoo Ave south of 100th Street)
A boat parade at 7:30 p.m. Near the slalom course will precede fireworks at dusk from the northwest corner of the lake.
A K&N Pro Series night will be followed up with a fireworks display at the conclusion of the race.
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