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Athens schedules July 3–4 festivities, warns of crowds and fireworks site
Summary
Mayor Steve Patterson outlined July 3 and 4 activities in Athens including fireworks from East State Street, a patriotic bicycle parade forming near Jagers Funeral Home, a Declaration of Independence reading at noon, community picnic and live music on Court Street, and fireworks safety reminders.
Mayor Steve Patterson reviewed Athens’ lineup for Independence Day weekend, saying the city will hold multiple events across July 3 and 4 and encouraging residents to plan for crowds and holiday travel.
Events highlighted: fireworks launching from the East State Street site near the Pepsi plant (July 3 at 10:00 p.m.), a sidewalk chalk event at the county courthouse (9:00 a.m. on July 4), a patriotic bicycle parade forming near Jagers Funeral Home on Morris Avenue, a Declaration of Independence reading at noon at City Hall, a hot‑dog eating contest on Court Street at 1:00 p.m., historic games at the Southeast Ohio History Center at 2:00 p.m., a boxing exhibition on Court Street at 3:00 p.m., a community picnic and free swim at the Athens City Pool from 4:00–7:00 p.m., and live music on Court Street in the evening.
"Bring a blanket, bring your folding chairs, bring whatever," Patterson said, encouraging family participation. He also cautioned that holiday travel typically increases starting the Saturday before July 4 and urged residents to plan accordingly.
The mayor did not announce road closures or specific public‑safety staffing numbers; attendees should check city communications for final logistics and any temporary traffic restrictions.
