Mount Rushmore Fireworks Show Returns For America's 250th Birthday

Celebrating 250 Years of Independence

The United States has a big birthday coming up this July, as our country turns 250 years old. Dakota News Now is reporting that after a 5-year break, a big fireworks show is returning to Mount Rushmore as part of the South Dakota America 250 celebration.

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Secure Your Spot: Ticket Lottery Details

Tickets are required to attend the show, which is taking place on Friday, July 3, and will be available to the public through a public lottery from April 8 through 12.

There is a $1 non-refundable lottery application fee. Each applicant can apply for up to four tickets and a parking space or shuttle service. Applicants will receive lottery results on April 14. If successful, the notice will include additional details and instructions. All tickets are non-transferable.

The park will close to the general public on the evening of July 2^nd and will remain closed on July 3^rd.Only lottery ticket winners will be allowed to access the park on July 3^rd.

Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis within the developed area of the Memorial. Ticket holders can enter the park beginning at 1 pm. The special events are currently scheduled to begin at 4 pm and end around 10 pm.

Join the Independence Day Festivities on July 4

Even if you can't attend the fireworks event, Mount Rushmore will be open to everyone on July 4 for the annual Independence Day celebration, featuring historical reenactments, patriotic performances, including the U.S. Air Force Academy Band starting at 7 pm, and special programming throughout the day.

If you've been looking for a good reason to visit Mount Rushmore, our country's 250th birthday may be it. Get more information about Independence Day celebrations at Mount Rushmore here.

Source: Dakota News Now

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