CLEVELAND (July 1, 2016) -
It is time once again to slip into a patriotic t-shirt and make plans to
celebrate the Fourth of July. Living close to a trending city, there are
multiple options to let freedom ring while enjoying CLE's famous food, cold
drinks and patriotic activities. Destination Cleveland offers a variety of options to help you take
your holiday traditions to the next level in CLE on this Independence Day.
SPECTACULAR EVENTS:
Rib, White & Blue:
Downtown Akron, July 1-4
All BBQ lovers should head to Akron to feast on barbeque from the
masters. Featuring food, music and rides, the Rib, White and Blue
annual festival is a hot spot this time of year. Sample BBQ from seven
different states and enjoy live music from the Akron Symphony Orchestra, Bruce
in the U.S.A, and Slippery When Wet.
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200 South
Main St. Akron, 44308
Star Spangled Science: Great
Lakes Science Center, July 1-4
Ever wonder how fireworks are made? Venture over to the Great Lakes Science Center for hands-on
experiments. Let children learn the chemistry behind fireworks in a fun way from
the staff at Star
Spangled Science. Make and take your own wearable patriotic art to show off
this 4th of July!
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601 Erie
Side Ave., Cleveland 44114
Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom: July
4
Lounge on the lawn at Blossom
Music Center and enjoy a patriotic-themed show by the Cleveland Orchestra.
This event is perfect for families to celebrate the holiday, complete with an
explosive fireworks display to end the evening.
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1145 West
Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls 44223
LET FREEDOM RING: CITY OF
CLEVELAND FIREWORKS: July 4
On Independence Day, the City of Cleveland will put on their annual firework
display at dusk. The launch location, where Lake Erie meets the Cuyahoga
River, provides a picturesque opportunity to enjoy the view from various
locations.
ROCKIN' ROOFTOPS:
Grab one of the best seats in town for a view of CLE's firework show
over Lake Erie. A panoramic skyline view, cocktails, and fine dining - what
more could you ask for? Get the rockin' rooftop experience at the following
locations: Alley Cat, Azure - Sun
Lounge, Bar
32 or Music Box Supper Club.
PATRIOTIC PATIOS:
Some of Cleveland's best dining locations offer patio seating. Enjoy
fireworks, great food and cold brews out in the fresh air. Head over to the Flats East Bank and get patriotic on
the patios of the following destinations: Coastal
Taco, Shooters, Lago, Punch
Bowl Social, The
Willeyville or Beer Head.
ROOT FOR THE HOME TEAM:
Is there anything more American than baseball? Get the full Progressive
Field experience on this Independence Day with 12 local foodie favorites and the
Beer Garden inside the ballpark. Grab some nachos from Barrio Gateway, a cold locally made brew
from Great Lakes Brewing Company
and enjoy the magic of the post-game firework show. Cheer on the Indians while
they play the Tigers on July 4th!
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stimulate community vitality for Greater Cleveland through leisure and business
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