Muskogee Fire Marshal Toby Webb said there is another way to watch fireworks that poses no risk of injury.

“The best way to enjoy fireworks is to go to a display of fireworks in a city,” Webb said.

And there are a number of fireworks shows in and around Muskogee and nearby towns that will be going on July 3 and 4.

On July 3, Muskogee Parks and Recreation will host a free community fireworks show at Love-Hatbox Sport Complex. There will be music and fun things for everyone to do. First Baptist Church will supply inflatables for kids, and River Country Water park will stay open. The only thing to bring will be a lawn chair or blanket. Fireworks will start around 9:15 p.m.

“If you find a good parking space, you can sit on the hood of your car,” said Joel Everett, Muskogee Parks and Recreation special projects coordinator.

No concession will be available, but goodies are allowed. It’s going to be family entertainment for everyone.

On July 4, First Assembly of God Church will have its fireworks show starting at 5 p.m. Admission is free, and the only cost will be for concessions. The fireworks show won’t start until it’s dark, but there will be events leading up to the show.

This show will have a lot of new things for the kids. Robin Henderson, the pastor’s secretary, said there will be pony rides, water inflatables, inflatables, face painting, an illusionist and a Branson-type show.

“We have gone all out for the kids,” Henderson said. “There is something here for every age, and it’s cheap.”

If you don’t mind traveling out of city limits, Fort Gibson and Wagoner also will host fireworks shows on July Fourth.

Fort Gibson will have its show at the high school stadium. There will be a brief opening ceremony, a prayer and the singing of the National Anthem. The show will begin at 9:15 p.m. and is free. Stadium seating will be available, but no concession.

Fantastic 4th Celebration will take place in Wagoner at the football stadium. All is free to the public. Live music will be from 7 p.m. until the fireworks show at 9 p.m. Other festivities begin at 4 p.m., and a children’s parade will be at 6 p.m. There will be no charge for use of the city’s water park during the afternoon. Free swimming also will be available. Concession will consist of 25-cent hot dogs, pop and water.

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