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Baltimore residents will have two major options for celebrating Independence Day this year, with the city announcing both the return of its traditional Inner Harbor fireworks and a new partnership with the Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival. The expanded programming includes evening entertainment downtown and a full-day festival in Cherry Hill featuring Baltimore-based performances and a drone show.
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The Inner Harbor event will run from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. on July 4, highlighted by live music and a fireworks display visible from key waterfront locations including Federal Hill and Harbor East. Continuing an annual tradition, Mayor Brandon M. Scott will make a ceremonial kayak entrance before the festivities. The main stage for performances will be set up at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater.
Meanwhile, in South Baltimore, the 9th Annual Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival will take place at Middle Branch Park from 1:00 to 10:00 p.m. The festival will culminate in a 9:30 p.m. drone show launched from West Covington Park, offering a quieter and more environmentally friendly alternative to fireworks. The display, created with support from local arts organizations and the Youth Resiliency Institute, aims to blend technology and culture in a way that honors the city’s creativity.
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The Cherry Hill festival is free to attend and will include live performances, food vendors, local exhibits, and family-focused cultural activities. Supported by the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, the event is designed to bring diverse communities together while spotlighting Baltimore’s homegrown talent and heritage. Both celebrations will be held rain or shine, ensuring city residents have access to inclusive and festive holiday options across two major waterfront locations.
Article by multiple contributors, based upon information from a press release issued by the Office of Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott.
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