Seasonal & Holidays

Manchester's Fourth of July Celebration Set for July 3

Festivities will begin at 4 p.m. and the fireworks will go off at 9:30 p.m.

The 32nd anniversary of the James Dutch Fogarty Independence Day Celebration will be held on Friday, July 3.

Festivities will begin at 4 p.m. at Manchester Community College and the fireworks will go off at 9:30 p.m.

The scheduled rain date is Sunday, July 5. Call 860-647-3162 for rain delay updates.

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The Mohegan Sun All-Stars will highlight the festivities that include children’s games, music, food, and fireworks.

Tickets for the annual chicken BBQ ($10) are now on sale at the Town Hall Customer Service and Information Center, which is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

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The price includes half of a chicken, cole slaw, roll, baked potato, watermelon, and a beverage. For more information, please call 860-647-5235.

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