SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA — Communities across Southeast Louisiana are preparing to light up the sky with dazzling fireworks displays and family-friendly events in celebration of Independence Day.
From St. Tammany Parish to Terrebonne Parish, residents and visitors alike will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy patriotic festivities. Here’s a breakdown of this year’s Fourth of July celebrations by parish:
St. Tammany Parish
The festivities kick off early with multiple fireworks shows and community events:
- Slidell Heritage Fest, Heritage Park: Saturday, June 28, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sparks in the Park, Bogue Falaya Wayside Park: Saturday, June 28, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Pearl River Independence Day Celebration, Downtown Pearl River: Saturday, June 28, 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Pearl River Fourth of July Celebration, Downtown Pearl River & Town Hall: Thursday, July 3, until 9 p.m.
- Light Up the Lake Independence Day Celebration, Mandeville Lakefront: Friday, July 4, starting at 3 p.m.
- Madisonville Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration, Tchefuncte Riverfront and Town Hall: Friday, July 4, 10 a.m. to dusk.
- Olde Towne Slidell Fourth of July Celebration, Carey, Cousin and Robert Streets: Friday, July 4, 4 p.m.
- Abita Springs Fourth of July Celebration of Community, Abita Springs Trailhead Park: Friday, July 4, 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Orleans Parish
New Orleans will host some of the region’s most iconic celebrations:
- City Park’s Happy Third of July Fireworks Show: Thursday, July 3, 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.
- Go 4th on the River, along the historic New Orleans Riverfront: Friday, July 4, fireworks at 9 p.m.
Jefferson Parish
- Uncle Sam Jam, LaFreniere Park in Metairie: Thursday, July 3, starting at 6 p.m.
- Grand Isle 4th of July Celebration, Bridge Side:
- Chase Taylor Band performance: July 4, 10 p.m. to midnight
- Fireworks & Fun: July 5, 10 p.m. to midnight
St. Charles Parish
- Independence Day Celebration, West Bank Bridge Park: Thursday, July 3, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Lafourche Parish
- Let Freedom Ring Festival, Peltier Park in Thibodaux: Friday, July 4, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Terrebonne Parish
- The Good Earth 4th of July Festival, Bayou Country Sports Park: Friday, July 4, starting at 2 p.m.
St. John the Baptist Parish
- St. John Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Show:
- St. Peter Catholic Church in Reserve
- St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Edgard
- Both locations: Thursday, July 3, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
St. Bernard Parish
- St. Bernard Salutes America, Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center Grounds: Friday, July 4, 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Fireworks Use Regulations
Residents are reminded to follow legal fireworks guidelines:
- General Use: June 25 to July 5
- June 25: Noon to 9 p.m.
- June 26 – July 2: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- July 3 – 4: 9 a.m. to midnight
- July 5: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- St. Bernard Parish:
- June 25 – July 4: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- July 5: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Local officials urge residents to enjoy professional shows and exercise caution if using fireworks at home. Celebrate responsibly and have a safe and memorable Fourth of July!
