Cleveland marks America’s 250th birthday with lakefront fireworks show

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The city of Cleveland plans to light up the lake through its Fourth of July fireworks show in honor of America’s 250th birthday Saturday.

The city’s show “Light Up the Lake” will take place at 10 p.m. Saturday and last 20 minutes near Voinovich Park and North Coast Yard and be hosted by Downtown Cleveland.

What to know before you go

The city wants to remind the public of safety policies in effect.

All attendees aged 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or supervising adult who is at least 25 years old.

One adult must accompany no more than four minors.

All accompanied minors must remain with a supervising adult within the event perimeter, according to the city.

The city also said that event staff may request proof of age or photo ID from attendees at any point during the event.

The city warns that if maximum capacity is reached, entry into the show may be stopped until space becomes available.

Parking, transit options available for attendees

The city said that parking is available at metered street parking, the Great Lakes Science Center garage at 601 Lakeside Avenue for $15, and the Purple and Tans lots at 101 Erieside Avenue for $25.

The city does encourage attendees to use an all-day Greater Cleveland RTA pass for $5 to get around Cleveland and get to the show.

Voinovich Park to host pre-show watch party

Ahead of the show, Downtown Cleveland will hold a watch party starting at 5 p.m. with balloon art by Balloon Vibe, crafts by Crafty Fun World Entertainment and line dancing with Savvy Tempo Steppers.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Metroparks are said to also provide fun for watch partygoers.

Music will be provided by DJ Krooze.

The city said the watch party will have on-site food vendors and will end at 10 p.m.