City of Wilmington’s 4th of July Celebration draws large crowd

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — In downtown Wilmington, people certainly got a lot of bang for their buck this 4th of July.

Hundreds upon hundreds of people packed the Live Oak Bank Pavilion to celebrate Independence Day. Admission was free and it included music from Wilmington based acts, Loud Music Band and Wilmington Symphony Orchestra. It was something Wilmington local David Savage simply couldn’t pass up.

“I wanted to come and experience the orchestra. I love music and it’s an integral part of anyone’s life. So, I was amazed there would be a free orchestra here because that’s what drew me on. I’m not a fan of big, huge crowds but for an orchestra, anytime.”

Along with the live entertainment, there were plenty of food trucks and beverages for guests to try. There was also plenty to do for children, such as running through water to stay cool. And who says you have to be from America to enjoy the 4th of July, just ask this group of women from Germany.

“Since the 4th of July is like a big day in America, in the United States and we don’t have it in Germany. We try to like make the best out of it and yeah, I think we’re doing a pretty good job right now,” said three from the group.

But day then turned to night and of course it wouldn’t be complete without a firework celebration; as people lined up along the Riverwalk to watch them launch into the sky.

Yet another 4th of July celebration was completed in downtown Wilmington.