Baton Rouge 4th Of July Fireworks: 2017 Guide

BATON ROUGE, LA -- The nation is about to celebrate its 241st birthday, and it's time to watch the glorious explosions we know as fireworks. Events in the Baton Rouge area range from simple fireworks shows to day-long extravaganzas.

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Tuesday, July 4

• Fourth of July Festival Baton Rouge
• At the U.S. Kidd on the Mississippi River. 11 a.m. start time. Fireworks over the river at 9 p.m.

Tuesday, July 4

• L' Auberge Casino and Hotel
• South Baton Rouge. Pool party, live music, and more fireworks!

Tuesday, July 4

• Red, White and the Blues
• A bit of a classy event. At the LSU Museum of Art and Tsunami. Southern BBQ from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Local jazz and blues. Watch the fireworks from the rooftop of the Shaw Center. Ages 5-20 are $50. 21+ members cost $125, non-members cost $150. Drinks included.

Tuesday, July 4

• West Baton Rouge Parish, "4th Fest"
• 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Food, kids' activities, water slide, live music and more.

Tuesday, July 4

• 17th Annual July 4th Hometown Celebration. Iberville Parish, Plaquemine
• 57845 Foundry St., Plaquemine. 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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