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Bricktown Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza 2012

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Cars line the streets, folding chairs dot the sidewalks, and Oklahoma City residents gather for miles to view one of the most popular July 4th fireworks displays in the city, the annual Bricktown Fireworks Extravaganza. Below are details on the Bricktown Fourth of July event. Also, get a complete guide to Oklahoma City on July 4th, with information on all the other area events, fireworks, lakes, travel, recipes and more.

Date and Times:

The Bricktown fireworks display begins at 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4, 2012. Many years, the show follows an Oklahoma City RedHawks game, but in 2012, the RedHawks will unfortunately be on the road for Independence Day.

Location:

Oklahoma City's Bricktown is located on the eastern side of downtown OKC between E.K. Gaylord Avenue on the west and Stiles Avenue on the East. Reno Avenue is a major Bricktown street on the south side, and Main Street is considered the north border.

The fireworks are set off from the Bricktown Ballpark, and there are numerous excellent viewing areas all around Bricktown, Deep Deuce and other surrounding areas downtown.

Viewing:

Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs and blankets to set up on sidewalks around the area. Free parking is available beginning at 7 p.m. in the lot east of the ballpark, and you can often find parking spots along the areas streets. Get information on downtown parking areas. Many of the lots are in and around Bricktown.

Bricktown is also one of the city's top locations for restaurants, bars and clubs, many of which have patio or rooftop seating excellent for viewing the July 4th fireworks. It would be a good idea to call in advance and inquire about reservations. The top locations will be taken very early in the day.

Hotels:

If you want to view the Bricktown fireworks from a hotel, it's best to book early, as the best Bricktown hotels fill up quite early for July 4th. Here are some nearby options to consider:
  • Courtyard Downtown
    2 West Reno
    Less than 1 mile from Bricktown Ballpark
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  • Renaissance Hotel
    Ten North Broadway
    Less than 1 mile from Bricktown Ballpark
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  • Hampton Inn & Suites
    300 East Sheridan
    Less than 1 mile from Bricktown Ballpark
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  • Residence Inn
    400 East Reno
    Less than 1 mile from Bricktown Ballpark
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  • Sheraton Hotel
    One North Broadway
    Less than 1 mile from Bricktown Ballpark
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Other Area July 4th Events

Also, get information on Red, White & Boom, Bethany's Freedom Festival, Edmond's LibertyFest, Yukon's Freedom Fest, Midwest City's July 4th Event and Moore's Celebration in the Heartland.
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