Where to see firework near you and other things to do? We’ve gathered up a list to help answer those questions for your 4th of July holiday weekend around Montgomery and the River Region!

Check out this list of things to do!

Saturday, July 1
Farmers Market – 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Shoppes at EastChase
Find local handmade and homegrown items like organic produce, meats, milk, goat cheese, bath products, jewelry, pottery, plants and more! Saturdays through October 28. www.theshoppesateastchase.com

Tour of Lanark Hike – 11:30 a.m. at the Alabama Nature Center at Lanark in Millbrook
Hike some of Lanark’s five miles of trails with an experienced Alabama Nature Center naturalist by your side! www.alabamawildlife.org

Harriott II Scenic Lunch Cruise – boards at 11 a.m.; cruises 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Hop aboard the Harriott II to enjoy a one-hour scenic lunch cruise! www.funinmontgomery.com

Harriott II Party Cruise – boards at 10 p.m.; cruises 10:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Enjoy live music and a late night cruise along the Alabama River! www.funinmontgomery.com

Sunday, July 2
First Sundays at One – 1 p.m. at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
Learn more about the work in the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts at this FREE docent-led tour. www.mmfa.org

Harriott II Blues Cruise – boards at 5:30 p.m.; cruises 6 – 8 p.m.
What’s the perfect way to end your weekend? A Sunday Blues Cruise aboard the Harriott II! www.funinmontgomery.com

Monday, July 3
Culinary Fight Club MGM: Steak Competition – 6 p.m. at Central Restaurant
Get an early start on your 4th of July celebration at Culinary Fight Club! Watch Montgomery chefs compete to see who can cook up the most delicious steak. The grills will be out in true 4th of July style!

Tuesday, July 4
Peachtree Pancake Pacer – 7:30 – 9 a.m. at Cloverdale Bottom Park
Join the Cloverdale Idlewild Neighborhood Association and Fleet Feet Sports for a FREE fun run on July 4th! Stick around after for pancakes and some great Southern hospitality! www.facebook.com/Cloverdale-Idlewild-Association

Harriott II 4th of July Fireworks Cruise – boards at 8 p.m.; cruises 8:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Come enjoy a two-hour cruise, fireworks on the river and live entertainment aboard the Harriott II! www.funinmontgomery.com

City of Montgomery Independence Day Celebration – 6 p.m. at Blount Cultural Park
Celebrate the 4th of July on the beautiful grounds of Blount Cultural Park. Enjoy live music and a spectacular fireworks show! www.facebook.com/montgomeryevents/

Montgomery Biscuits vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp – July 4 – 8 at Riverwalk Stadium
America’s favorite pastime plus the 4th of July equals one patriotic celebration! Don’t miss the MAX fireworks show following the game on the 4th and many other fun promotions throughout the week! www.biscuitsbaseball.com

City of Prattville Independence Day Celebration www.prattvilleal.gov

• 9 a.m. – parade winding through downtown
• 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lions Club BBQ and Arts & Crafts (includes fun area for the kids)
• Dusk – fireworks at Stanley Jensen Stadium

City of Wetumpka Independence Day Celebration- 6 p.m. at Gold Star Park
Enjoy Wishbone in concert followed by fireworks at 9 p.m. www.cityofwetumpka.com

Town of Pike Road Independence Day Celebration www.pikeroad.us

• 9:30 a.m. – parade starting at Founders Square
• 5:30 p.m. – concert by Shouting Stones at the Waters
• Dusk – fireworks