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This weekend is prepped to be one for the books as Columbia and Maury County celebrates the Fourth of July, starting with First Fridays, parades and, of course, fireworks.
Fourth of July in Maury County
The July 4 weekend kicks off with another summer First Fridays on the downtown square, when shops stay open late and musicians are on every corner.
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Saturday will continue with the
3rd of July Bike Parade for kids at Riverwalk Park, 102 Riverside Drive, from 9-11 a.m. The lineup begins at 8:30 a.m. at the park s Rotary Shelter, with kids decorating their bikes with patriotic flair. Other events include bounce houses, face painting, snow cones, popcorn and a balloon artist. There will also be opportunities to cool off at the Rotary s splash pad.
FOR THE STAR
There might not be fireworks this Fourth of July, but that doesnât mean St. Helena is skimping on the fun.
The annual bike parade returns this year after being canceled in 2020 due to the coronavirus. The family-friendly parade is an easy one-mile ride from the corner of Harvest Lane and Starr Avenue to Lyman Park.
Participants are encouraged to decorate their bikes, strollers, scooters, and themselves in celebration of Independence Day.
Residents are encouraged to move the party to their front yards for Front Yard Fourth.
St. Helena Parks and Rec is offering a limited number of Front Yard Fourth Fun Packs, with patriotic items and family activities, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 1, and Friday, July 2, at the St. Helena Recreation Office, 1574 Railroad Ave.