North Georgia Mountains

Fannin County GA

Fireworks, Independence Day Celebration
Tater Hill, McCaysville, Ga. End of Blue Ridge Hwy (Hwy 5)
July 3, 2008

The TriCities Business Association continues a long standing Copper Basin tradition of celebrating our nation's independence with a fireworks display from the top of "Tater Hill" in McCaysville a half an hour past sunset (aproximately 9:30 pm).

Our 2008 display will be conducted on Thursday Evening, July 3rd. The fireworks can be seen from almost all areas of town. Stores & Restaurants will be open late.

Other activities during the Independence Day weekend include an old fashioned street parade on Main Street in Ducktown, a Pancake Breakfast in Epworth and Miner's Homecoming Activities all weekend.

info@ocoeeinfo.com

Fireworks Celebration at Lake Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge Lake Marina
July 4, 2008

515 east to Windy Ridge Road (Conoco station & Kentucky Fried Chicken) go to flashing red light turn left, follow Old Hwy 76 to the Marina Barbeque and live music from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk.
706-632-2618

Habersham County GA

Fourth Of July Celebration & Parade
Downtown Demorest
July 4, 2008

Each year the city hosts a parade, arts and crafts booths,
entertainment and a fireworks display.
(706)-778-4202

Lumpkin County GA

Dahlonega 4th of July Celebration
Downtown Dahlonega
July 4, 2008

An annual old fashioned family type fourth of July celebration.
Fun for the whole family all day on the Historic town square
followed by one of North Georgia's most impressive fireworks shows.
706.864.3711

Murray County GA

Live Snake Program on July 4th
Fort Mountain
July 4, 2008

Terry Manis with snakes of georgia will be doing a live snake program
on July 4th at 6pm on Fort Moutnain.

Terry will use live native snakes that are both venomous and non venomous.
The program is free to public and you can bring your camera
and stay after the program to have your picture made with
Wally our alligator or Sunshine our 8ft albino python.

for more information call Terry and Family
706-217-9167

Rabun County GA

"Fireworks & More" at the Dillard House
Dillard House in Dillard, Ga.
July 5, 2008

BBQ on the lawn begins at 11am and fireworks begin at dusk.
Enjoy great fireworks and BBQ on the lawn.
706-746-5348

Fireworks at Lake Rabun
fireworks display from the dam on Lake Rabun
July 5, 2008

Sponsored by the Lake Rabun Civic Association.
Enjoy fireworks from your boat or home.
706-782-2340

30th Annual "Wooden Boat Parade"
Methodist Church Boathouse on Lake Rabun Rd.
July 6, 2008

Lake Rabun. Viewing from the Methodist Church Boathouse on Lake Rabun Rd.
706-782-2340

Towns County GA

4th of July Boat Parade on Lake Chatuge
July 4, 2008

5:00 PM
706-896-4966 or
janeholland@brmemc.net

Western North Carolina Mountains

Cherokee County NC

Andrews Fourth of July Celebration
Andrews Recreation Park
July 4, 2008

Food, music, contests, fireworks, and fun.
828-321-2135 or
info@cherokeecountychamber.com

Murphy Fourth of July Celebration
Murphy Park
July 4, 2008

Contests, food, fireworks at dark.
828-837-6617 or
info@cherokeecountychamber.com

Graham County, North Carolina

Heritage Festival & Street Fair
Festival Grounds, Corner Knight St & Moose Br. Rd. Robbinsville
July 4, 2008 through July 5, 2008

Crafts-Food-Lumberjack & Coon Dog Competition-Greased Pig & Box Derby Races-All Free Bluegrass Music& Dancing/Parking/Shuttle-/Parade/Bleachers/Admission/
Fireworks with Kids Contests Daily Free Antique Car & Truck Show-
Native american Dancing & Demonstrations
828-479-6176 or
edoyle3@verizon.net

Jackson County NC

Sylva's 4th of July Celebration
Sylva, North CArolina
July 4, 2008

DSA participates in the July 4th celebrations, which are hosted and funded by the Jackson County Recreation Department.

There are live music and food vendors on Main St. beginning in the late afternoon, and a spectacular fireworks display shot from the old courthouse at dark.

Look this year for live music and children's activities
on the site of the future Bridge Park!
828.586.1577

Macon County NC

Annual 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks
Macon County Recreation Park US 441S
July 4, 2008

Activities begin at 11:00 am and conclude at dark
with the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina!
800-336-7829

Swain County NC

July Pow Wow
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
July 4, 2008 through July 6, 2008

Traditional dance, storytelling, entertainment, games, arts and crafts and more are characteristic of this anticipated annual event. A spectacular show of evening fireworks is also featured on the 4th. Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds, Exit 74 (US 441), Hwy 74.
800-438-1601

Tennessee River Valley and Smoky Mountains

Polk County TN

Of God and Country Musical
Ocoee Whitewater Center
July 4, 2008

Presented by Camp Agape, musical event including the Zambian Vocal Collection.
Hours are 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Recreation User Fees Apply.
706-632-5680

Fireworks, Independence Day Celebration
Tater Hill, McCaysville, Ga. End of Blue Ridge Hwy (Hwy 5)
July 3, 2008

The TriCities Business Association continues a long standing Copper Basin tradition of celebrating our nation's independence with a fireworks display from the top of "Tater Hill" in McCaysville a half an hour past sunset (aproximately 9:30 pm).

Our 2008 display will be conducted on Thursday Evening, July 3rd. The fireworks can be seen from almost all areas of town. Stores & Restaurants will be open late.

Other activities during the Independence Day weekend include an old fashioned street parade on Main Street in Ducktown, a Pancake Breakfast in Epworth and Miner's Homecoming Activities all weekend.

info@ocoeeinfo.com