Gasworks Park Fireworks Show and Schedule Information

Gasworks Park, though seeming to be an isolate point on the north shore of Lake Union, is actually a distinct and irreplaceable landmark of Seattle. This park stands on the site of the former Seattle Gas Light Company and covers about 20 acres. In 1962 this piece of land was acquired for a park by the city government and the debut of Gasworks Park to the pubic took place in 1975. Most constructions of the former company are preserved and renovated for a new use, for instance, the boiler house has been changed into a picnic shelter with tables and fire grills, and the former pump house now is a children's play barn featuring a marvelous maze of red-colored machinery.

In addition to the historic structures dating back to early 1900s, Gasworks Park also boasts its dramatic "Great Mound", an artificial hill molded out of tons of rubble and covered with fresh topsoil. Atop this hill sits a sculptured sundial created by two local artists. This hill is the perfect site for flying kites and secures dramatic views of the Lake Union. Detailed introduction to the park and its storied history is available on the website below:

Gasworks Park on Wiki

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gas_Works_Park

The combination of industrial buildings and innovative designs has produced the impressive Gasworks Park, and in return, this park pins special fun and amazement to Seattle. Each year, dozens of diverse events and activities are hosted in this gorgeous park, among which the most remarkable one is the Family 4th Fireworks Show presented by One Reel, a non-profit arts and events organization.

One Reel Official Web

http://www.onereel.org/

The Family 4th fireworks display is hosted annually at Gasworks Park which is selected as the permanent site for this event in Seattle. This event is treasured as one of the highlights of summer Seattle, and recognized as one of the best in its kind throughout the nation. Time magazine once called the Family 4th Fireworks Show at Gasworks Park one of the best five fireworks displays across America. The most innovative and technologically updated fireworks will be set to illuminate the sky over Lake Union, creating a cherished tradition for all Northwest families in Seattle.

The 2011 Family 4th Fireworks Show will kick off at 12 pm on Monday, July 4 with a wide variety of family-friendly activities, entertainments and food peddlers throughout Gasworks Park. The long-expected and awe-inspiring fireworks show will start at 10 pm around. Following is a number of info about 2011 Family 4th Fireworks, which will definitely help you ensure an unbeatable day at Gasworks Park. If you find there is no info you need, please call at 206-281-7788, or email to info@onereel.org.

2011 Family 4th Fireworks Show

http://www.family4th.org/information.php

Getting In the Park

On July 4, Gasworks Park will open at noon without admission. Considering the large amount of guests for the Family 4th, the park will open two gates on this day, one at the north end of the parking and the other at the south end. Security check will be applied to each guest entering the park.

You are allowed and encouraged to take your own food and beverage into the park on Fireworks Day. However, alcoholic and barbecues took from the outside of the park are not permitted, for inside the park, there are barbecues and a beer garden set up for guests over 21 years old. If you would not like to get burdened with your own, a diversity of food and beverage vendors will be operated for business from 12 pm to 10 pm, featuring hot dogs, roasted corn, ice cream and many more.

Accessibility, Pets and Kids

To enhance the fun of the disabled patrons, Gasworks Park will offer a special-reserved viewing area on the south part of the play barn. This area will open at 6 pm.

For the full and safe enjoyment of every guest, pets are not allowed to get into the park for the Family 4th Fireworks Show.

On the 4th of July, Gasworks Park's Playfield will stay open from noon to 8 pm, and offer kids with a variety of free fun and activities, like kite making & flying, and face painting, etc.

Complete info about the 2011 Family 4th, including items prohibited in the park, detailed Playfield activities and more, is going to be announced in late spring. To keep updated with the latest news, you can follow Family 4th on Twitter or Facebook, or sign up for its newsletter.

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In any case that you are not familiar with Gasworks Park, the website below will help you. It contains the basic info about this park, such as hours, directions and contact numbers.

Gasworks Park Official Web

http://www.seattle.gov/parks/park_detail.asp?ID=293