Fourth of July Festivities in Pittsburgh

With July 4 approaching, Pittsburghers are gearing up for a busy weekend of Independence Day Celebrations. And fortunately, there’s lots going on!

Year after year, the Three Rivers Regatta is one of the biggest, most fun events celebrating our rivers and some of our city’s most talented people. Here’s some info on this year’s Regatta, courtesy of WTAE:

Highlights will include the F-2 Powerboat North American Championships, the K9 Crew Frisbee Dog Show, a BMX stunt show, the Anything That Floats competition and a Zambelli fireworks show to light up the sky over the Golden Triangle on the Fourth.

Previously announced was Pogopalooza, the annual world championship of extreme pogo, featuring high-flying stunts and flips by competitors from the U.S., Canada, South America, and Europe.

Or, if you’re more of a night owl and are really looking forward to this year’s fireworks display, there are lots of secret and not-so-secret spots that’ll give you a great view. About.com’s Pittsburgh section gathered some of the best fireworks viewing spots in the city:

• If you like your fireworks up close and personal, then head downtown early to stake out a lawn spot at Point State Park where the fountain is finally up and running again!
• Great lawn spots are also available on the North Shore riverfront. Parking may be at a premium, so to avoid the worst of the crowds try parking in one of the downtown Pittsburgh garages and then walk over the Roberto Clemente Bridge to the North Shore.
• For a true front seat view, Kayak Pittsburgh offers a special 4th of July paddle. The fun begins with a leisurely paddle upstream at 7:00 p.m., and then a float back to the Point at sunset for a gorgeous view of the fireworks. Cost is $70.00 for Venture Outdoors members and $95.00 for non-members.
• There's a front row seat waiting for you at the Carnegie Science Center too. For $39.00 per person, you can enjoy a special evening of activities at the Science Center's Fireworks Blowout, plus a guaranteed spot for spectacular views of the fireworks from the lawn! For a premium, you can even stake out seats atop the U.S.S. Requim, or the roof of the Science Center.

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