BG BOOM Festival and Fireworks to Return July 3rd

To celebrate Independence Day, the City of Bowling Green, Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce (BGCC), Visit BG Ohio (VBGO), Northwestern Ohio Tractor Pullers Association (NWOTPA) and the Wood County Agricultural Society (WCAS) announce the return of the BG BOOM Festival and Fireworks, scheduled for July 3, 2024. The event is made possible by the support of Patriotic Sponsors: Bates Recycling, Belleville Brothers Meats, Ohio Logistics, State Bank, VFW Post 1148, and Walmart. 

The fireworks display, which begins at dusk, will be launched in a secure area within the NWOTPA property, which provides for viewing from all around the fairgrounds area, as well as within the surrounding neighborhoods.

With the support of VBGO, the BG BOOM festival will also return for a fun-filled afternoon prior to the fireworks display. The festival, which runs from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., will include inflatables, interactive games, and a display of historic military vehicles. It will be free to attend for everyone in the community.

The Bowling Green Area Community Band, directed by Thom Headley, will return to this year’s event, offering a wonderful selection of patriotic tunes starting at 7 p.m. Once again, Crazy Craig will provide roaming entertainment for an hour, then present his juggling show in advance of the performance by the Community Band. 

If you get hungry, the Wood County Agricultural Society has planned for twelve food trucks to be on-site and open from 4 - 11 p.m., or until their food supplies run out. The food truck lineup includes: Big Daddy Sausage and More, Manny’s Munchies, Simply Delish, The Rolling Lemon, The Tamale Guy, Uncle Louie’s Food Truck, Franks Fries, Poppin George’s Kettle Corn, Off the Rails, Liberty Township, and North Coast Deli / Mr. Melon. Don’t forget to stop by State Bank’s GIVES Truck, located next to the Pratt Pavilion, for a refreshing treat in return for a donation.

Local Chamber member organizations will be hosting activities for the children in attendance, including a “Dinosaur Dig” in the sand hosted by iStroll Bowling Green; pinwheel, rain stick, and bracelet-making hosted by the Children’s Resource Center; and glow bracelet giveaways from K. Hovnanian Homes. Other participating organizations include Murrey’s Movers, Walmart, and Western & Southern Life. 

As dusk falls, the attention will shift to the fireworks show, performed by Rozzi Fireworks. Due to the generous support of the City of Bowling Green, this year’s fireworks display will once again be an almost 30-minute show that you won’t want to miss....Read full BG Boom Release

Community Fireworks Display – Road Closures

In conjunction with the Community Fireworks Display on July 3, temporary road closures and altered traffic patterns will be implemented.

Following the show, traffic exiting onto Brim Road will be directed either north or south by police officers. As visitors are leaving the Fairgrounds, Poe Road, from Brim to Haskins, will be closed and police officers will be present to help direct traffic. Those parking in the Poe Rd. Parking Lot will be directed to exit onto Haskins Rd. and will not be permitted to exit onto Poe Rd.  

Delays & Closures

Week of July 4th

In observance of the Independence Day holiday, all non-24 hour City facilities, including the Bowling Green Community Center, will be closed on Thursday, July 4th. The City Pool will be open.

Refuse and recycling collection will operate on the following schedule:

Monday's route will be collected on Monday.

Tuesday's route will be collected on Tuesday.

Wednesday's route will be collected on Wednesday.

Thursday's route will be collected on Friday.

Questions about this schedule may be directed to Public Works at 419-354-6227.

Never miss a "trash day" again! Download the Recycle Coach App to receive a custom calendar and reminder notifications for special collections.

Visit the Recycle Coach web page for more details.

Fireworks Are NOT Permitted in City Limits

The City of Bowling Green has had a longstanding Ordinance banning the sale of and discharge of fireworks. Despite the state law, passed in 2022, it is still illegal to discharge or shoot off consumer-grade fireworks in the City of Bowling Green.  

Please note: State law does NOT supersede the City’s local law.  

“The safety of our residents and the prevention of fire is our top priority,” said Bowling Green Fire Chief Bill Moorman. “Fireworks can be very dangerous and should be left to the professionals.”

Residents are encouraged to review the City’s Fireworks Ordinance 93.40 on the Ignoring this Ordinance could result in a citation.

Lunch in the Park

Fridays June - Early Aug.

The City of Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the return of Lunch in the Park. Lunch in the Park is a series of events that takes place select Fridays in June, July and early August from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in City Park. Each week will feature different dining options with local restaurants providing delicious meals as you enjoy free musical performances provided by talented musicians. These events take place in City Park at the Martin and Kiwanis Shelters (weather permitting) or moves indoors to the Veteran’s Building atrium in cases of bad weather.

2024 Lunch in the Park Schedule

For questions or more information, call (419) 354-6223.

Concerts in the Park

Sundays in June & July

The City of Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department, along with title sponsor B.G. Transit and supporting sponsors BGSU Division of Student Engagement & Success and Otterbein Senior Life , will be hosting Concerts in the Park on Sundays in June and July. The live performances are free to attend and take place beginning at 7:00 PM at the Needle Hall stage at City Park. In case of inclement weather the performances will be moved in to the atrium of the Veteran’s Building.  

2024 Scheduled Performers

For questions or more information, call (419) 354-6223.

Food Truck Thursdays Returns to Wooster Green

The City of Bowling Green is excited to announce the return of Food Truck Thursdays at Wooster Green this summer. Food Truck Thursdays will begin Thursday, June 6th from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM and continue every Thursday throughout the summer until July 25th.

Each week food trucks will be parked to the east of Wooster Green in Downtown Bowling Green and serve food and drinks. 

This series coincides with The Wood County District Public Library’s weekly Summer Reading Program from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM also at Wooster Green. 

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