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Last Chance to Catch Independence Day Fireworks This Year: ‘Mid-County Sparkles’ Lights Up the Sky on Saturday, July 6

Montgomery County residents will have one last chance this year to see Independence Day fireworks at the “Mid-County Sparkles” event on Saturday, July 6, at Albert Einstein High School (11135 Newport Mill Rd) in Kensington.

According to Montgomery County, “Mid-County Sparkles will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 6 with concerts by Joe Falero and Downtown Sound. The only parking available on-site will be for individuals with disabilities. Free parking and shuttle service will be provided starting at 5:30 p.m., from Westfield Wheaton, located at 11160 Veirs Mill Road. Event goers who park at Westfield Wheaton prior to 5:30 p.m. may be subject to towing by the property owner. Follow the directional signs for event parking and shuttles.

The fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. The timing of the fireworks may change due to weather conditions. Lawn chairs, blankets and coolers are welcome. There will be food vendors. Alcoholic beverages and pets are not permitted.”