It’s nearly July in the Poconos—time to make your plans to watch the fireworks fly! The mountains lend their own unique touch as nature’s acoustics blend bursts with patriotic tunes played by bands across the region.
While dazzling sprays of light erupt capturing the night sky; let’s not forget daylight delights as festivals foster the right way to fill a day! Festivities break free from simply serving as Independence Day ideas with events planned beyond the weekend.
Let’s get started with Pocono Mountains day-to-day lineup…
POCONO MANOR
Kalahari Resort
WOW! What a weekend! Starting poolside at 10 a.m. July 2, enjoy live entertainment, Kalahari Characters and an entire day of fun with a fireworks finale! Make room for the main event, Monday, July 4 as Kalahari presents Symphony in the Sky Fireworks Spectacular—an exclusive 23 minute choreographed extravaganza!
Book your stay today to enjoy this weekend away at kalahariresorts.com/pennsylvania
TANNERSVILLE
Camelbeach
Splash and play during the day, then dry off to enjoy an evening of festive fun starting at 5 with the sizzling sounds of local favorite Digital Getdown taking the stage 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Then it’s eyes to the skies for spectacular views as 9:30 p.m. ignites fireworks’ flight!
Sundown/Fireworks Up 9:30 p.m.
For Updates Go Here camelbeach.com
HONESDALE
Honesdale Central Park
Visit beautiful Central Park in Honesdale for an Independence Day Celebration presented by Wayne County Creative Arts Council and the Greater Honesdale Partnership; Sunday, July 3 for music, festivities and an amazing fireworks display. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.
Festivities begin at 5 p.m. featuring Inspirational & Patriotic Music followed by local favorites: Doug Smith & The Dixieland All Stars and Crystal Band all ready to ignite the night with excitement!
Fireworks are at dusk. Rain date July 6.
For Updates Go Here honesdaleparkevents.org
WILKES-BARRE
Mohegan Sun Pocono
Celebrate Sunday, July 3 with Mohegan Sun Pocono! Turn attention from their famous racetrack apron on up with this free fireworks display starting 9:30. Make it an evening under the sun—don’t miss an amazing entertainment lineup in venues throughout MSP!
Fireworks display starts 9:30 p.m.
For Updates Go Here mohegansunpocono.com
EAST STROUDSBURG
Shawnee Mountain
Considered one of “The Best Shows in the Poconos” Shawnee Mountain Ski Area’s fireworks display is ready to go Sunday, July 3. Gates open 7 p.m. at $10 a car load so pack them in and head on out for the festivities.
Plan for a truly entertaining evening with a DJ, Mark Clark’s All American Magic Show and more including a variety of food and craft vendors. It’s fireworks up at sundown with plenty of slopeside seating so bring a blanket or chair. Proceeds benefit Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company.
Fireworks are between 9-9:30 p.m. Rain date July 8.
For Updates Go Here shawneemt.com
DOWNTOWN SCRANTON
Scrantastic Spectacular Display
Enjoy a mix of colorfully explosive fireworks amidst the thunderous rhapsody of patriotic music Sunday, July 3 at the 5th Annual Scrantastic Spectacular display in Courthouse Square. Fun fills the streets starting 4:00 p.m.
Fireworks fly at dark
For Updates Go Here visitnepa.org
SCRANTON
Electric City Trolley Museum
Craving more Scranton excitement? Don’t miss Electric City Trolley Museum and Station’s Holiday Trolley Excursion Monday, July 4 Celebrate aboard an authentic 1926 or 1932 antique trolley for a 5 ½ mile trip over Roaring Brook through the mile long tunnel and along the original “Laurel Line” up to PNC Field on Montage Mountain.
Tickets must be purchased 15 minutes prior to the trolley ride.
Excursion tickets only are Adults $8.00, Seniors (62+) $7.00, child (4-17), $6.00, under 3, FREE.
The 45 minute trips leave at 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. It departs from the main passenger platform of the Steamtown National Historic Site.
For Updates Go Here visitnepa.org
HAWLEY
Lake Wallenpaupack
Cometh by land or by sea—or lake in this case, for another spectacular fireworks display Monday, July 4 over Lake Wallenpaupack!
Why not start a tradition to treasure? Hop on Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours with boarding starting 7:30 for an 8 p.m. cruise with clues into the lake history and a stop close to the observation dock and dike to watch the display. You’ll be on the lake so dress accordingly. Cost is $30 a seat.
Boat boarding 7:30 p.m.
Departure 8 p.m.
Contact Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours for details at wallenpaupackboattour.com
Fireworks are set to start approximately 9:15 p.m. with seating and parking available in the Wallenpaupack Area High School lot.
Fireworks are between 9:15 – 10:00 p.m. Rain date July 5
For Updates Go Here: northernpoconoschamber.com
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