Seeing Stars & Stripes

Independence Day is almost upon us.  Since your new to Louisville, we’re guessing you might need some help finding the best events and places to view local fireworks.  Well, we’re here to help!

Below is a list of top pick events for the next couple days along with some insider tips.  Have a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July holiday and we’ll see you this Saturday (7/7) at Salsa, Soul, Sushi and Samosas!

2012 Fifth Third Bank Waterfront Independence Festival
July 3-4, 5–10:30pm
Waterfront Park, Great Lawn

Live music, food, drinks, activities for the kids, and of course Fireworks (on both nights)!   Have to get up early Thursday? Head on down for tonight’s fireworks show.

Jeffersonville Independence Celebration   
July 3-4
Downtown Jeffersonville

Live in Indiana? Don’t want to cross the bridge? Join the celebration on the Jeffersonville Waterfront. Music, inflatables and games for the kids and a great view of Louisville’s waterfront Fireworks!

Fireworks Siteseeing Cruises
July 3-4, 7:30-11pm
Belle of Louisville & Spirit of Jefferson

Enjoy a cruise on the Ohio River on the historic Bell of Louisville or Spirit of Jefferson, followed by a great river view of the waterfront Fireworks.

Independence Day
July 4, 10am – 4:30pm
Locust Grove

Take a step back in time and celebrate  in the style of the early Republic.  Bring a picnic lunch, sketch in period style from the house front porch and enjoy the grounds of historic Locust Grove.

First Friday Trolley Hop
July 6, 5-11 pm
Downtown Louisville

Finally, don’t forget this Friday (7/6) is First Friday Trolley Hop! Not Independence Day related, but always a great time and perfect way to wrap up the holiday week.

Looking for info about more great events going this week? Check out the Louisville Downtown, Louisville.com, Leo Weekly and Louisville Metro calendars.