The Delaware State Fire Marshal reminds you that ALL fireworks are illegal. This 4th of July, leave fireworks where they belong - in the hands of professionals. WDEL has compiled the following list of professional fireworks displays throughout the region. In case of bad weather, WDEL will announce any event cancellations we receive, but we don't receive them all. Please call the phone number listed to get admission fees and other details, and for verification that the event will occur.

DATE	LOCATION	ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
7-4	Wilmington, DE	Celebrate freedom and independence with WDEL in the historic City of Wilmington at the 2008 Independence Day Freedom Celebration. There's fun for the whole family. So much to do and fireworks, too! Held from 4:00 to 10:00pm at Tubman-Garrett Park, Wilmington Riverfront. This year's event features Radio Disney's High School Musical Dance Party, the All-American Baby Contest, the American Tribute Symphony Concert, First Night Wilmington's artificial ice skating rink, children's activities, and the fireworks finale at 9:30pm. Visit www.ci.wilmington.de.us/july4th or call 302-576-2138 for more info. WDEL is there live 5:30-10pm.
7-4	Rehoboth Beach, DE	2008 Rehoboth Beach Fireworks Show to be launched from the beach and seen from the foot of Rehoboth Avenue and all up and down the Boardwalk & shoreline. Fireworks time is approximately 9:15pm. Come into town the easy way - take the Shuttle from Route One at County Bank, beginning at 6pm. Visit www.rehoboth.com/events.htm#July.
7-4	Newark, DE	Liberty Day begins at 4pm...fireworks at dusk at the University of Delaware football practice field. Call 302-366-7060 or visit www.cityofnewarkde.us/CurrentEvents.asp?EID=76.
7-4	Dover, DE	A full range of historic and cultural events as well children's activities are scheduled at the many downtown sites that make up the First State Heritage Park at Dover from 9:00am–6:00pm. Fireworks at 9:20. Visit www.dover4thofjuly.com/schedule.htm.
7-4	Bethany Beach, DE	Fireworks at dusk can be seen from anywhere on the beach. Call 302-539-8011 or visit www.townofbethanybeach.com.
7-3	Rock Hall, MD	Welcome to the best pyrotechnic display on the East Coast. This is a 35 minute show choreographed to patriotic music. It can be viewed from the Bay and from anywhere in the harbor. 9pm - Rock Hall Harbor. Rain Date: July 4th. Call 410-778-1342 or Visit www.kentcounty.com/events/index.php?month=July.
7-4	Georgetown, MD	Sassafras Georgetown Harbor Fireworks & Boat Parade. Decorated boat parade on the Sassafras River - Free. Great family activity - dress your boat and join the fun. Trophies and prizes awarded. Parade at 5pm, followed by fireworks at dusk. Call 410-275-1200.
7-4	Chestertown, MD	Chestertown Fireworks. The show will begin at dusk. Experience the 4th in a small, historic town! Call 410-778-0500 or visit www.chestertown.com for viewing areas.
7-4	Baltimore, MD	Head to the Inner Harbor Baltimore Museum of Industry for fun for the whole family from 6-10pm Tour the museum, lots of activities, and fireworks! Cost is $40 per car or $5 per person a the gate. Call 410-727-4808, 133.
7-4	Ocean City, MD	Jamboree in the Park, Northside Park, Full day of fun beginning at Noon, including children’s events, food, and entertainment. Fireworks at 9:30pm over the bay. Call 800-OC-OCEAN.
7-4	Ocean City, MD	Downtown celebration, on the beach at Caroline Street. Concert at 8pm, followed by fireworks at 9:30pm over beach. Call 800-OC-OCEAN.
7-5	Havre de Grace, MD	The Havre de Grace Independence Celebration offers a parade at 2pm, a carnival from 4-10pm, a concert at 7pm, and fireworks at dark. Contact the Visitor Center for more info at 410-939-2100.
7-4	Chester County, PA	The 4th Annual Tredyffrin/Easttown Township Fireworks & Concert will be held at Wilson Park, 500 Lee Rd., Chesterbrook. A concert by Canal Street Hot 6, 7-9pm, followed by fireworks. Event is free, call 610-408-3626.
7-4	Longwood Gardens, PA	Enjoy Big Band & Broadway classics while the fountains dance, followed by fireworks at 9:15pm! Call 610-388-1000 for ticket info and visit www.longwoodgardens.org.
7-5	Philadelphia, PA	See John Legend and Boyz II Men perform for the Sunoco Welcome America! event, 7:30-9:30pm, at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing along the Delaware River Waterfront. A spectacular fireworks display will follow the concerts. Visit www.americasbirthday.com.
7-4	Cape May, NJ	Revel at the July 4th celebration at the Cape May Courthouse. Festivities include games, live music, and fireworks at the Clarence Davies Sports Complex. Call 609-465-8743.
7-4	Ocean City, NJ	Fireworks at 9pm, location TBD. Call 800-BEACHNJ and visit www.beachwatchnj.com/ocean_city_events.htm.
7-4	Sea Isle City, NJ	Fireworks at 9pm, at JFK Blvd. and the beach. Call 609-263-0050. Raindate is July 5th.
7-4	Wildwood, NJ	Summer Fireworks Extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue, 10:30pm, free. Call 609-523-1602 or visit www.dowildwood.com.