Celebrate with the family at these local Independence Day events

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s almost time for the river region to celebrate Independence Day, and as always, there are plenty of events happening Monday for local families.

Evans Towne Center Park returns with this year’s Boom! in the Park celebration. From 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on July 4, head to the park for food trucks, a firework show, and live music from the headliner, Whiskey Run! Admission is free, and you can expect fireworks to start around 9:15 p.m

There will be a fireworks celebration at the Augusta Common on Reynolds Street. You can find live bands, food trucks, and different vendors in the area starting at 5 p.m. The fireworks show should begin around 9:30 p.m. near the Riverwalk Levee!

Living History Park in North Augusta will also have a celebration on the 4th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a parade and a costume contest, and some refreshments. The mayor of North Augusta will also be attending! Pets are welcome to walk around the historic buildings with their owners to celebrate.

The Village at Woodside will also host a free community event from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring live music by Preston & Weston, food trucks, and a firework finale! And - we hear there might be lobster rolls, so that’s definitely a plus!