Fireworks Safety Tips Ahead of July 4th
If you’re planning on setting off fireworks this 4th of July make sure you are taking all the necessary precautions. Fireworks while gorgeous can be extremely dangerous and you want…

If you're planning on setting off fireworks this 4th of July make sure you are taking all the necessary precautions. Fireworks while gorgeous can be extremely dangerous and you want to enjoy the holiday not spend it in the emergency room. Make sure to read up on these fireworks safety tips before you decide to set any off this weekend.
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We are just one short week away from the 4th of July! And that means several things: a day off, pool or lake time, hamburgers and hotdogs. Am I forgetting something? Oh yes, of course! FIREWORKS! And lucky for you, there are plenty of places you can catch fireworks in Charlotte this July 4th. So no need to take the risk of setting off your own and catching something on fire. It's not worth it, I promise!
And no matter what part of the area you are located in chances are there is a fireworks display near you. In addition to this list there are several fireworks shows in the Charlotte area on Saturday and Sunday as well. This list just contains shows on July 4th (Monday). Know of one we missed? Let us know on social media! Happy 4th of July!
Knights Stadium/Romare Bearden Park
Location: Uptown Charlotte at the Knights Stadium (324 S. Mint Street)
Time: Following the conclusion of the baseball game (1st pitch at 6:05pm)
Carowinds
Location: Carowinds (300 Carowinds Blvd)
Time: 9:30 pm Saturday, Sunday, and Monday
Lake Wylie
Location: Near the Buster Boyd Bridge (NC/SC 49)
Time: 9:30 pm
Gastonia
Location: Rotary Centinnial Pavilion (107 N. South Street)
Time: 9:30 pm
Rock Hill
Location: Corner of Dave Lyle and Main Street
Time: 9:30 pm
Harrisburg
Location: Harrisburg Park (191 Sims Pkwy)
Time: Undisclosed
Tega Cay
Location: 15803 Molokai Drive
Time: 9:30 pm
York
Location: York Middle School (1010 Devinney Rd)
Time: Event runs from 7-11pm
I can't be the only one counting down the days til July 4th. I'm ready to be at the pool with a drink in my hand. And since it's a special occasion why go for the typical white claw or beer? Let's celebrate America's birthday with something stronger. Here are 7 cocktails to make this 4th of July!