Rock and Roll Show Highlights Annual July 4 Spectacular

COLLEGE PARK, Md. - The University of Maryland and the City of College Park continue their tradition of jointly hosting a Fourth of July celebration for area residents. A free concert and fireworks spectacular are on tap for Friday, July 4 beginning at 7 p.m. at the University of Maryland in Lot 1 adjacent to Campus Drive off Adelphi Road. This year come enjoy all your favorite Rock and Roll tunes with The Fabulous Hubcaps. Fireworks start at dusk - about 9 p.m. You can expect a 30 to 40 minute program. In case of rain, the fireworks show will be held Saturday, July 5. Concessions open at 5 p.m. offering hamburgers, hot dogs, funnel cakes, ice cream, snow cones, soda and bottled water. Grass seating is limited, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Personal coolers are also allowed. Great family fun! To help navigate traffic congestion, University Police offer the following recommendations: * Use either the Campus Drive entrance from U.S. Route 1, or the Stadium Drive entrance from Route 193. Follow police directions to parking. (Campus Map) * Arrive early. Heavy traffic is expected to begin around 7:30 p.m. Late cars will be directed to park in outlying lots, which will offer free parking, but shuttle services will not be available. * Disabled visitors are encouraged to arrive early as disabled parking is limited in Lot AA. * The best routes to exit campus will be the main Campus Drive gate onto Route 1, or Stadium Drive to Route 193. *Alcohol and personal fireworks are prohibited on campus. University Police advise residents bring some food and water, to supplement available concessions. If the weather is questionable, call 301-405-3555 for information on postponement.

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