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Where can you watch amazing light shows fill the sky in Altoona, IA this weekend?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve got the 411.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for family-fun or a night out to celebrate July 4th<\/sup> weekend, here are our top picks for places to catch the big firework shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack Hotel <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An All-American Extravaganza<\/strong><\/a> is what Prairie Meadows is calling their Independence Day celebration \u2013 it\u2019s fun for the whole family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On July 3, you can see live racing starting at 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 4:30 p.m. catch the all-girl band SPAM<\/a> <\/strong>perform classic hits of yesterday and today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When dusk rolls around, get ready for a firework show that will light up your weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can experience the fireworks from your car by tuning into 100.3 The Bus to hear music synchronized to the fireworks show OR catch the show trackside for $20! *<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, hold your horses (pun intended), for the Prairie Meadows\u2019 Festival of Racing event July 4 & 5 at 4 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This live Thoroughbred race is the biggest of the season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come watch the nation’s top Thoroughbreds compete for more than $450,000 in purses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more events in Altoona, click here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Important Note: Prairie Meadows has a limited quantity of firework show tickets available to ensure your safety through proper social distancing. All attendees must have a ticket. Face coverings are required.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adventureland Resort <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Can\u2019t get enough of the July 4th<\/sup> fireworks experience?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t worry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adventureland Resort has you covered with two free back-to-back fireworks shows<\/strong><\/a> Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 \u2013 both at 9:30 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make a day of it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spend the day coasting through Adventureland Resort or splashing around Adventureland Bay with family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grab a bite to eat at one of their many food stands like Chicken Shack or River City Pizza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hey, maybe even a quick run through the Mini Donut Shop for your sweet tooth? #Yum<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then settle in for the night with a glorious lightshow to celebrate the July 4th<\/sup> weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more events in Altoona, click here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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