Fourth of July Festivities in Baltimore area

Do you have plans for the 4th? Here is a list of what is going on in and around the Baltimore area for the best holiday ever!

Fourth of July at the Inner Harbor

E Pratt St & Light St
Baltimore, MD 21202 This year's Fourth of July celebration at the Inner Harbor includes doo wop performances, patriotic music and the annual fireworks display. Festivities begin at 3 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30. Over the next two days, visit the USCGC Sanibel after it arrives at Pier 1 Constellation Dock.

Fireworks at the BMI

1415 Key Hwy
Baltimore, MD 21230 Picnic at the Baltimore Museum of Industry for a great view of the city's fireworks display. Bring a picnic basket or purchase snacks, beer or wine. Fun for the entire family with tours of the museum and other great activities from 6-10 p.m. Admission is $40 per car, $35 member car, $5 per person at gate.

Fourth of July in the Sky

601 Light St
Baltimore, MD 21202 Join Lindy Promotions on the roof of the Maryland Science Center for one of the best views of Baltimore's Fourth of July fireworks. Admission ($50) includes an open bar and picnic-style food. Hours are 7-11 p.m. www.lindypromo.com

Annapolis Independence Day celebration

101 Dock St
Annapolis, MD 21401 Annapolis kicks off its Fourth of July celebration with a naturalization ceremony at the William Paca House and Garden at 9:30 a.m. The fun continues with a downtown parade at 6 p.m. Also, check out a free concert by the United States Naval Academy Band. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.

BSO's Star Spangled Spectacular

13401 Beaver Dam Rd
Cockeysville, MD 21030 Join the BSO as it celebrates our nation's holiday outdoors with a concert featuring classic patriotic songs and fireworks 8 p.m. July 3-5. In advance: $18 for adults and $9 for children under 12, At the gate: $20 for adults and $10 for children under 12. 410-783-8000