Note: This article is from 2020. There is an updated Fourth of July article elsewhere on this site.
The Fourth of July doesn’t feel like it should. So many events have been cancelled and some of your traditions may not happen this year, but don’t let it get you down. There are still some things scheduled and you can make your own fun.
Even though we are in the midst of a pandemic we can still enjoy our holidays, so get out your red white and blue and celebrate with a “Lazy Day.”
Steve Haupt is a talented singer, songwriter and the owner of Rotolite of St. Louis on Hampton. He wrote a song called “Lazy Day” about life during COVID-19.
Rather than lamenting our situation, it’s a peaceful, happy song and something that is great to listen to as we approach 4th of July.
Many Events Cancelled for Fourth of July
Here are a Few Things You CAN Do:
Affton Nine Mile Garden Food Truck Venue is Open
Truck Garden Reimagined: Affton Welcome’s 9 Mile Garden– Just in time for Fourth of July. The Canteen is where you get your drinks and then there will be food trucks all around. Music and more. For more information CLICK HERE.
Fireworks Displays:
Fireworks at GCL Ballpark (Grizzlies) Tickets on Sale for Fourth of July Fireworks Party at GCS Credit Union Ballpark- Social Distancing parking lot party. For more information CLICK HERE
St. Charles- From Discover St. Charles Website: Although Riverfest has been cancelled, The City of Saint Charles is pleased to announce that we will have a fireworks display on July 4th at 9:20 p.m. along the riverfront.: July 4, 2020, 9:20 PM. Location: Frontier Park, 500 S. Riverside Dr., Saint Charles, MO 63301
Near St. Louis: The following towns are holding fireworks displays: O’Fallon, IL; Grafton, IL, Hermann, MO; Desoto, MO; Union MO; Edwardsville, IL (If you hear any of these are cancelled or you know of others, let us know. Check with their websites for times and locations)
Webster Groves- Despite not having their regular Fourth of July Celebration and parade, they will not let the virus “rain on their parade.” Check out this article to see how they are re-imagining the holiday through decorating houses for a Fourth of July “Walk” around the town. The idea includes prizes. To read more CLICK HERE.
Other Events:
Fair St. Louis Virtual Fourth of July
Starting at 10 a.m. on July 4, viewers can tune in on Fair Saint Louis’ Facebook page, facebook.com/fairsaintlouis or at fairsaintlouis.org to stream the virtual program. Fair Saint Louis @Home also features surprise celebrity appearances, entertainment by Fair Saint Louis’ favorite variety acts, a salute to our service members and essential workers, and much more.
Drive-In Concert and Movie at Mills — Jul 03, 5:30 PM
FREEBIRD USA brings you the Music of Lynyrd Skynyrd the way it was performed on the original recordings and the Live versions from the 70’s. “TURN IT UP” this 4th of July Weekend! Complimentary movie Apollo 13 to follow.
POWERplex, 5555 St.Louis Mills Blvd, Hazelwood, MO 63042, USA
Note: Check with the event venues to be sure they are still on.
