Carbondale Alerts
July 4 Fireworks Display and Special Patriotic Music Performance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CARBONDALE - The City of Carbondale and Southern Illinois University Carbondale are excited to announce the return of the annual fireworks display on the SIU campus with a special live patriotic music performance prior to the fireworks display to commemorate America at 250 on our nation’s Independence Day!
The celebration will begin with a special musical performance by the Southern Illinois Music Festival at 7:45 p.m., Saturday, July 4, in lot 18 by the Banterra Center, followed by the fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. For the best fireworks viewing, spectators are advised to park in Banterra Center parking lots 18 and 56. Overflow parking will be directed to lot 89, north of the Banterra Center. It is recommended to arrive early, as the main parking lots are usually full and close by 9 p.m.
While waiting for the fireworks to begin, in addition to enjoying the live orchestra performance, spectators may also enjoy an array of delicious treats from food vendors, including Honeybeez Snowballz, Pelzer’s Tropical Sno, and American Ice Cream. Any food truck vendors interested in joining the celebration can reach out to events@siu.edu.
For updates on America 250 events such as this and many others in the region, visit: https://universityevents.siu.edu/america-at-250/
Please refer to the SIU parking map at https://parking.siu.edu/_common/documents/fy24-rules-and-regs-map.pdf for more information on lot locations and handicap accessible spots. Road closures will start at 6 p.m., including parking lots 37 and 52. Cars must be cleared from these areas by 6 p.m. Douglas Drive and Saluki Drive will be closed from Evergreen to Lincoln, and from Douglas to Arena Drive, until after the fireworks display. Parking along Route 51 or other roadways for viewing purposes is prohibited.
In the event of rain, the fireworks display will be postponed to Sunday, July 5, at 9:15 p.m.
For media requests, contact Jeff Harmon at jeff.harmon@siu.edu.
“Carbondale prides itself on providing its visitors, students, businesses and residents with a unique mix of edge and ease. It’s a cultural town, yet free of pretense, embracing the great outdoors as readily as urban sophistication. Here, we are open to new ideas, experiences and cultures, so you are encouraged to both express yourself and be yourself, in all ways. That’s Carbondale…All Ways Open…for family, fun, business, new ideas and a bright tomorrow.”
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CARBONDALE - The City of Carbondale and Southern Illinois University Carbondale are excited to announce the return of the annual fireworks display on the SIU campus with a special live patriotic music performance prior to the fireworks display to commemorate America at 250 on our nation’s Independence Day!
The celebration will begin with a special musical performance by the Southern Illinois Music Festival at 7:45 p.m., Saturday, July 4, in lot 18 by the Banterra Center, followed by the fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. For the best fireworks viewing, spectators are advised to park in Banterra Center parking lots 18 and 56. Overflow parking will be directed to lot 89, north of the Banterra Center. It is recommended to arrive early, as the main parking lots are usually full and close by 9 p.m.
While waiting for the fireworks to begin, in addition to enjoying the live orchestra performance, spectators may also enjoy an array of delicious treats from food vendors, including Honeybeez Snowballz, Pelzer’s Tropical Sno, and American Ice Cream. Any food truck vendors interested in joining the celebration can reach out to events@siu.edu.
For updates on America 250 events such as this and many others in the region, visit: https://universityevents.siu.edu/america-at-250/
Please refer to the SIU parking map at https://parking.siu.edu/_common/documents/fy24-rules-and-regs-map.pdf for more information on lot locations and handicap accessible spots. Road closures will start at 6 p.m., including parking lots 37 and 52. Cars must be cleared from these areas by 6 p.m. Douglas Drive and Saluki Drive will be closed from Evergreen to Lincoln, and from Douglas to Arena Drive, until after the fireworks display. Parking along Route 51 or other roadways for viewing purposes is prohibited.
In the event of rain, the fireworks display will be postponed to Sunday, July 5, at 9:15 p.m.
For media requests, contact Jeff Harmon at jeff.harmon@siu.edu.
“Carbondale prides itself on providing its visitors, students, businesses and residents with a unique mix of edge and ease. It’s a cultural town, yet free of pretense, embracing the great outdoors as readily as urban sophistication. Here, we are open to new ideas, experiences and cultures, so you are encouraged to both express yourself and be yourself, in all ways. That’s Carbondale…All Ways Open…for family, fun, business, new ideas and a bright tomorrow.”
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