Oconee 4th of July Spectacular 2013 to Spotlight Local Entertainment

The second annual Oconee 4th of July Spectacular at Oconee Veterans Park promises to be bigger than the first.

New to the event, which is once presented by Ellis Pain Center, is a spotlight on local entertainment.

Artist Rachel O’Neal will warm the crowd followed by an appearance by the band Julian Drive.   Prince Avenue Worship Ministry is scheduled to perform patriotic tunes and North Oconee High School senior Briauna Partain will sing the national anthem right before the fireworks show gets under way.

Here's the schedule of events:

6 p.m. - Activities begin. Enjoy watermelon, popcorn, lemonade stands, coloring contests, kids inflatables, a rock climbing wall, and a dunking booth. Concessions will be available through vendors on the grounds of the park.

7 p.m. - A parade steps off featuring decorated wagons, walkers and wheels (bikes only, no motorized vehicles).

8 p.m. - Performers take the main stage.  Please be seated by this time.

9:30 p.m. - Fireworks show! WMSL 88.9 FM will again broadcast live and synchronize music to the display.

Free parking will be available at designated areas of Oconee Veterans Park and Herman C. Michael Park.

Contact Whitney England at (706) 769-3965 to learn about additional sponsorship opportunities. Anyone can be a Spectacular Friend by making a family or individual donation by following the links to the Parks and Recreation Department website.

Are you looking forward to the second annual Oconee 4th of July Spectacular? Did you go last year?

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