SPOKANE, Wash. — Downtown Spokane will transform into a celebration hub Saturday as Riverfront Park hosts its annual Fourth of July festivities, an event that requires extensive preparation and careful safety planning to accommodate the thousands of visitors expected to attend.
The day-long celebration begins at 10 a.m. and continues through the evening fireworks display. The event combines multiple attractions, including a summer carnival that started this week and is already drawing crowds eager to experience the rides and food vendors.
Preparation for the celebration has been underway, with crews working to set up the necessary equipment and infrastructure. The setup process for the fireworks display alone spans two days, with crews first installing the mortars and racks before loading the actual fireworks on the day of the event…