Since 1998, Waterfront Park has drawn hundreds of thousands of Louisvillians to the park for its free Fourth of July celebration — and this year, it’s adding a few strings and woodwinds.
After a brief hiatus, the Louisville Orchestra will return to help ring in Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4. The Louisville Orchestra concert — curated by Teddy Abrams — will feature the orchestra’s Rap School, The Real Young Prodigys , and the world premiere of “In Memory’s Safe” by Tyler Taylor, one of Louisville Orchestra’s Creators Corps members.
The community tradition will also feature fireworks and family-friendly activities like dance lessons, boat building, and juggling contests.
Plus, leading up to the big Fourth of July celebration, Waterfront Park will host a free movie night
on Monday, July 3 on the Great Lawn with a showing of “The Sandlot” — which turns 30 this year.