{"id":33732,"date":"2024-06-26T14:10:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T19:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.altonmo.com\/?p=33732&preview=true&preview_id=33732"},"modified":"2024-06-25T15:10:51","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T20:10:51","slug":"alton-celebrates-the-nations-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.altonmo.com\/lifestyle\/recreation\/alton-celebrates-the-nations-birthday-20240626","title":{"rendered":"Alton Celebrates The Nation’s Birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alton, Mo. \u2013 <\/strong>Alton is partnering with local donors to plan a vast fireworks extravaganza! Mark your calendar for one week from today- July 3, 2024! This family-friendly event is perfect for everyone from young toddlers to older grandparents.<\/p>\n

What Is Going On?<\/h3>\n

Alton, Missouri, is planning to celebrate the nation’s birth. Food vendors will be set up to entice every appetite, and bounce houses will keep the children busy. The fireworks displays begin at dark. Jeff Trantham with T Sounds will provide live music.<\/p>\n

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Fireworks behind the electric pole.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Where Is This?<\/h3>\n

The fireworks celebration occurs at Piney Creek Park, on Highway 160, East of Alton.<\/p>\n

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Kids playing in the inflatable bouncy house at the Alton Independence Day celebration on July 3, 2023.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When Does This Happen?<\/h3>\n

The festivities will take place on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m., and the fun will begin at 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Cost?<\/h3>\n

There is no cost to attend. Anyone can attend. However, they do take donations to help cover the cost of the fireworks. Save a bundle while entertaining the children in this family-friendly environment. This is age-appropriate for everyone, from young children to grandparents.<\/p>\n

Bring lawn chairs, a blanket for sitting, or a pickup truck bed. Bring whatever you need to be comfortable to make this an evening worth remembering.<\/p>\n

K-Kountry 95 will be there broadcasting live again from this event.<\/p>\n

If you have questions, please call 417-778-6321.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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