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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Seattle blows up nearly 11,0000 pounds of fireworks, emerges as top 4th of July destination in US
Seattle fireworks 2025: Seattle in the United States has emerged as a top destination to view the dazzling and stunning display of fireworks on fourth of July. Seattle's Fourth of July fireworks show at Gas Works Park is an experience bested only by one other place in the country, one of the reports mentioned. But, you will be surprised to know Seattle blew up nearly 11,000 pounds of fireworks Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Seattle's July 4 fireworks show Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Did you know Seattle has one of the best parks in the country for viewing Fourth of July fireworks? Yes, you read that right. According to a report in Secret Seattle, Yelp recently ranked Seattle's Gas Works Park as the second-best place in the country to see fireworks this Fourth of July—second only to Niagara Falls. Yelp looked at its pages for parks and popular landmarks and scoured their reviews for terms like 'firework' and '4th of July.'The skies over Seattle's Lake Union exploded into a dazzling display on Friday, Fourth of July, as crew set up more than 7,000 pounds of carefully curated explosives to create Seattle's biggest fireworks show of the year. Thousands of people gathered at Gasworks Park to watch an astonishing fireworks presentation choreographed to by local nonprofit Seafair , the event included food vendors, beer gardens and live music, with an approximately 20-minute fireworks show that started at 10:20 has emerged as a top destination for the Fourth of July, according to a new report in KOMO News . AAA says Seattle tops the list of domestic destinations for the holiday, only behind Orlando, citing the '17 cruises departing Seattle from June 28-July 6.'Floating in the heart of Lake Union, a grayish barge rests quietly beneath Seattle's skyline and overcast skies. It may look ordinary from the outside, but hidden within is nearly 11,000 pounds of fireworks ready to ignite. 'We give the biggest show we possibly can to people,' Damon Kelly, a pyrotechnician for firework company Western Display Fireworks, told The Seattle Cantrell, president and CEO of Seafair, said this year's theme is 'bigger, better, bolder,' adding that the largest firework in the show is ten inches in diameter. Seafair pays for the event — including the fireworks — with the help of sponsorships. This year's presenting sponsor is Amazon, Cantrell said.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Grand Prix America Hydroplanes returning for Seafair
Grand Prix America Hydroplanes says it's returning to Seattle's Seafair Weekend Festival. It's taking place on Lake Washington from August 1 to 3, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 'With the Grand Prix class experiencing a phenomenal surge, the timing couldn't be better. We're excited to bring the noise and the thrill of hydroplane racing back to the shores of Lake Washington,' says Bryan Richards, spokesperson for Grand Prix America Hydroplanes. Advertisement Fans can expect a weekend filled with speed, splashes, and the roar of engines, as the Grand Prix America Hydroplanes showcase their 1,400 horsepower supercharged Chevrolet engines in deck-to-deck battles. Seafair has been a cornerstone of Seattle's summer traditions for 76 years, bringing together our community in celebration of history, culture, and thrilling entertainment,' says Seafair President and CEO Emily K. Cantrell 'We are proud to continue this legacy and look forward to delivering an unforgettable experience for fans, families, and visitors alike.' The other big event is the air show. From the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels to the U.S. Army Golden Knights, fans can expect a showcase of some of the most elite aviation teams on the planet. The show also features vintage aircraft, parachute demonstrations, and displays from civilian pilots. For more information on Seafair, tickets, and event schedules, visit .
