AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The City of Amarillo Parks and Recreation Department announced the return of the city’s Fourth of July-themed event in collaboration with Outdoor Amarillo.
According to city officials, the “Amarillo Red, White, & Boom” event will commemorate 250 years of America. Officials noted that the event begins at 5 p.m. on July 4 at John Stiff Park and will continue throughout the evening with fireworks and a drone show.
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City officials noted that the event is free to the public and free parking will be available off 45th Street. A free shuttle will also be available from Randall High School, Amarillo High School, or the Amarillo Civic Center north parking lot.
Festivities for the event include:
- Concerts: Performers include Stealing Handshakes and The Droptines.
- Beer garden: Relax with a beverage – must be 21 or older to enter.
- Food trucks: A diverse selection of local food trucks, chosen by the public
- Fun zone for kids: Children can enjoy the dedicated fun zone, complete with games and activities.
- Sand volleyball tournament: 4-person teams, $50 per team. Limited space. Register online.
- Fireworks and drone show: A breathtaking display of fireworks and cutting-edge drone technology will light up the night, commemorating the spirit of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
City officials added that the city will determine the safety of shooting fireworks before the event, and the show will be rescheduled if the environment is unsafe…