Celebrate America’s independence at Kent’s 17th annual Fourth of July Splash at Lake Meridian Park, 14800 SE 272nd St. The fun begins at noon and continues until 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4.
The free event features family entertainment including live music, children’s activities, food and drinks and culminates with a classic fireworks display.
“It’s a pleasure to host the Splash at Lake Meridian Park for what has become a great community tradition,” said Kent Parks’ cultural programs coordinator Mark Hendrickson. “It remains a great family event and a fantastic venue to celebrate Independence Day.”
Hendrickson says Splash attendees will be treated to a continuous day of stage entertainment starting at 12:15 p.m. where local performers will show their talents in front of the hometown crowd.
“This year’s stage lineup may be the best is Splash history,” he said. “The evening concludes with a special performance by The Stone Foxes, whose music is infused with country, rock, blues, and a touch of San Francisco.”
The fireworks display starts at 10 p.m. Sponsored by the city’s Parks Department and the Lake Meridian Community Association, the show is approximately 20 minutes long and is one of the largest displays in South King County.
Off-site parking and free shuttle bus service begins at noon and continues approximately every 20 minutes to and from Lake Meridian. Follow event parking signs to Fire Station No. 75, 15635 SE 272nd St.; Kentwood High School, 25800 164th Ave. SE; and Meridian Elementary School, 25621 140th Ave. SE.
For more information, visit KentArts.com or call 253-856-5050.
• Fourth of July Splash Event Schedule
12:15-1 p.m.: Spotlight Dance, contemporary dance
1:15-1:45 p.m.: Greg Bennick, learn to juggle with Greg
2-2:45 p.m.: Allegro, award winning local dancers
3-3:45 p.m.: Pie Eating Contest
4-4:45 p.m.: Root5, Americana roots music
5-5:45 p.m.: Mario and Friends, Latin music
6:15-7:15 p.m.: Shaggy Sweet, high energy festival music
8– 9:30 p.m.: The Stone Foxes, country, rock, and blues
10 p.m.: Lake Meridian Fireworks Display
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