St. Louis has something extra to celebrate this Fourth of July: one of the area’s beloved fireworks displays has just been named among the top 10 in the entire country, according to a recent ranking highlighted by the Belleville News-Democrat.
The recognition is a point of pride for a region that takes its Independence Day traditions seriously. Each year, thousands of families gather along the riverfront and in parks across the metro area to watch dazzling pyrotechnic shows, and this year’s festivities promise to be even more special with a nationally acclaimed display on the calendar.
Adding to the holiday fun, the Missouri Botanical Garden (MoBOT) announced it will be open on July 4th and will offer free admission to St. Louis City and St. Louis County residents. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy one of the city’s most treasured green spaces before the evening fireworks light up the sky.
With a top-10 fireworks show and free admission at MoBOT, St. Louis is shaping up to have a Fourth of July worth celebrating. Whether you’re strolling through the gardens or staking out a prime spot for the big show, there’s plenty of hometown pride to go around this holiday weekend.
Sources: Belleville News-Democrat, First Alert 4
