Celebrate America's 250th in Monroe-West Monroe
Not interested in hosting the family barbeque this year? There are plenty of ways to celebrate America's 250th year all weekend long in Monroe-West Monroe! From fireworks to festivals, NELA knows how to have a patriotic good time. Check out these events and celebrations to make the most of your Independence Day weekend.
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub
Join Flying Heart all weekend long as they celebrate their 5th Anniversary alongside America’s 250th! This Birthday Bash will be one to remember with live music from Message From Mercury, food, beer, cocktails, and a prime spot to watch the fireworks on the 4th. Continue celebrating on the 5th with live music in the Beer Garden with Jackson Culp & The Company.
The Good Daze Block Party
Join the Good Daze for their 3rd Annual “The Good Daze Block Party.” Art Alley will transform into a lively market of vendors including artists, makers, musicians, and food trucks. The Good Daze will also be open to shop from as well on the “block!” Don’t miss these good vibes!
Triangle Park Children’s Parade
Monroe Rotary hosts its annual 4th of July Children’s Parade. Spectators can look forward to a morning filled with patriotic pride as children from local schools and community groups showcase their creativity by decorating bikes, wagons, and scooters in a delightful display of red, white, and blue!
Red, White, & Blue at the Zoo
Celebrate America’s 250th in style at the LA Purchase Gardens & Zoo. This will be an exciting day of old-fashioned carnival games, animals, food eating contests, boat and train rides, and shopping vendors!
Twin Cities 250th Anniversary Parade
The Krewe of Janus hosts this vibrant procession of marching bands, community groups, floats, and local performers. Whether you want to walk, dance, or simply cheer from the sidelines, everyone’s participation is welcome! Join the KOJ to make this milestone anniversary an unforgettable display of hometown pride and unity!
Fireworks
No Independence Day Celebration is complete without an outstanding display of fireworks. Settle in by the Ouachita River, Downtown Monroe or Downtown West Monroe to see the Twin Cities Fireworks Celebration on the 4th. Fireworks will start at 9PM and you won’t want to miss them!
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