As you might expect, there are plenty of America250 events on the calendar this week - but that’s not all that’s happening across the West Shore. We have sprint car racing at Williams Grove Friday and a Disney-themed youth showcase at the West Shore Theatre, while Boiling Springs draws music fans to The Playhouse at Allenberry for an intimate Michael Glabicki show. Add a dozen library and family programs scattered from Camp Hill to Enola, plus fireworks lighting up the sky several nights running — we have a full week!
Look for the " * " for July Fourth related events!
Fireworks season is officially upon us. For some it’s a time of celebration and excitement, for others, stress and anxiety. Regardless of how it affects you- I’ve combed the area for local organized fireworks so you know when and where they’ll be happening. (There’s a new display in New Cumberland this year!)
Also consider this your PSA to be extra careful to keep your animals secure in the house. Many cats and dogs get scared and disoriented with the fireworks. I know I already have my dog’s tracker charged up and on his collar just in case!
Below are the local fireworks and then the normal weekly events are below.
* DLA Susquehanna SummerFest — Fireworks
Thu 7/2 · Event 6–9 PM, fireworks after · DLA Susquehanna, New Cumberland · Free — installation access only
DLA Susquehanna's Employee Appreciation Day and SummerFest, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, includes the installation's first-ever fireworks display launched from this location. The event itself is open only to DoD ID cardholders and those with installation access. event details
* Harrisburg Senators Fireworks (Fri)
Fri 7/3 · ~9:15 PM · FNB Field, Harrisburg · Tickets Required
Post-game fireworks following the Harrisburg Senators game at FNB Field on City Island. event details
* Stars Burst Over Carlisle Fireworks
Fri 7/3 · 9:30 PM · 1000 Bryn Mawr Rd., Carlisle · Free
A community fireworks display in Carlisle, also capping Carlisle Summerfair's Independence Block Party day. event details
* Riverfront Park Fireworks (July 4th Food Truck Festival)
Sat 7/4 · ~9:15 PM · Riverfront Park, Harrisburg · Free
One of Central PA's largest fireworks displays, capping Harrisburg's Independence Day food truck festival. event details
* Harrisburg Senators Fireworks (Sat)
Sat 7/4 · ~9:15 PM · FNB Field, Harrisburg
Post-game fireworks after the Senators game, timed not to overlap with the Riverfront Park display. event details
* Shippensburg Memorial Park Fireworks
Sat 7/4 · 9:30 PM · Shippensburg Memorial Park, Shippensburg · Free
A community fireworks display, part of Cumberland County's Fourth of July fireworks roundup. event details
