4th of July is a favorite holiday to many individuals in Nebraska. It’s a great holiday to spend time with friends and family, but it’s also a good time to remember what it means to be free in America.

There are several events going on throughout the state to help you enjoy the holiday.

Lincoln, Nebraska- Watch a great display of fireworks at the Uncle Sam Jam which is choreographed to live music. The event begins at 3pm with food and beverage vendors at Oak Park Lake. Plan to arrive early and grab a good seat to watch the fireworks at 10pm.

Omaha, Nebraska- The College Home Run Derby and Firework display will take place at TD Ameritrade Park. If you have not go your tickets for this event, arrive early and get some at the ticket box. Prices are $12 for Adults, $8 for youth and $35 for a 4-pack of tickets. If you have time before the fireworks; I recommend stopping at Goodnights across from the stadium and enjoying some good pizza and an ice cold beverage.

Seward, Nebraska- Seward is the America’s 4th of July city. The town will have their annual 4th of July celebration on Thursday. The streets are packed with food, vendors, performances by dance groups, a grand parade, a 10K run and much more. To check out everything they will have visit: http://www.julyfourthseward.com/.

Grand Island, Nebraska- Stuhr Museum will be hosting an 1890’s 4th of July Celebration; 9am-5pm on Thursday. A parade down Railroad Town’s Front Street starts at 2pm, children and adults can participate in a pie eating contest, enjoy live patriotic music, take a ride in a horse drawn wagon, and much more. Admission is $10 for adults and $8 for children.