Celebrate Independence Day, have fun at American Village on July 4
Get ready for a spectacular fireworks show at the American Village in Montevallo on July 4. But that's not all: Attendees will celebrate Independence Day with fun, food and festival-themed events throughout the day. The entire family will revel in the fireworks, special shows featuring Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin and other early U.S. leaders, and plenty of enjoyable activities. Try tasty meals from Full Moon Barbecue and other food vendors, as well as icy cold treats from Frios. Seeing the sights at the American Village is the perfect way to celebrate America's 242nd birthday. (Melanie Poole/American Village)
Enjoy some red, white and blue family fun and ring in July 4 at the American Village in Montevallo.
The gates open at 11 a.m. with fun activities throughout the day, ending at the twilight’s last gleaming with a spectacular fireworks show.
“Celebrate America’s 242nd birthday at the American Village in Montevallo,” said American Village Communications Officer Melanie Poole. “We’ll have lots of activities for the entire family throughout the day. It’s fun for all ages.”
Watch an exciting fireworks show after a day of fun. (Melanie Poole/American Village)
Visitors can see Washington Hall, inspired by George Washington’s Mount Vernon home. Step into the colonial courthouse, similar to Williamsburg’s 1770 courthouse, visit the full-size replica Oval Office and Liberty Hall, whose interior is patterned after the East Room of the White House. Other sites, such as Concord Bridge and the Colonial Chapel, are reminiscent of the originals.
There are plenty of hands-on, interactive activities for the kids. Children can make chalk drawings about what Independence Day means to them, find their way through the amazing colonial maze and play games on the green. Party like it’s 1776 by dressing up with clothes from the colonial trunk, test your skills at the rock climbing wall or play 18th century table games. When the kids tire of games, the family can take a break by watching costumed, historical interpreters explore the ideals of American liberty.
For Birmingham resident Gilbert Nicholson, attending the 188-acre American Village for the Fourth of July has been a family “staple event” for several years.
“My kids love it,” Nicholson said. “We’ve gone many, many times. The fireworks are fantastic. And the food is really good. I highly recommend going to American Village for the Fourth.”
American Village is located at 3727 Highway 119 South in Montevallo, Alabama, 35115. Call 205-665-3535 for more information.
Admission is $5. Veterans, active military and children ages 4 and under get in free. See the schedule of events here.
