Thursday Fourth of July Celebrations
UPDATE: Independence Day Celebration. 6 to 10 p.m. MOVED TO THURSDAY JULY 2 at White Plains High School on North Street. Residents are encouraged to come early, bring blankets and chairs. FDR Drive will rock attendees with Michael Jackson hits and a Pre-Firework Patriotic Salute. Other entertainment includes Animal Embassy, the Miz Liz variety show, Lillu Acrobat, the Gizmo Guys as well as Center Ring Productions Circus Show in the Kids’ Corner. Inflatable Party Adventures will offer inflatable rides for $2 each. Barbeque, pizza, fried dough, ice cream, burgers and more offered by vendors. International Fireworks show will begin immediately after the flag is officially welcomed and presented. An announcement will be posted on the City’s website, www.cityofwhiteplains.com, by 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1 as to whether the event will go on as scheduled or moved to the rain date.
Friday, July 3
Music Fest & Fireworks. At Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla; pre-concert entertainment begins at 6 p.m. and the Gerard Carelli Orchestra takes the stage at 8 p.m.; fireworks will follow at approximately 9:15 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Carpooling is suggested. Concert-goers should bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating as well as a picnic supper.
Fireworks on the Pier. Holiday fireworks display choreographed to patriotic music; 9:30 p.m.; Playland Park, Rye.
