Boat Parade and Fireworks Both a Blast on July 4

We’re gearing up for another great Fourth of July at Lake Martin. Bring family and friends and celebrate our independence!

43rd Annual Fourth of July Boat Parade

Sponsored by Russell Marine
Thursday, July 4, 10am
Kowaliga

It’s a long-time Lake Martin tradition, and it seems to grow every year. Scores of boats will again parade from Kowaliga to Children’s Harbor in a festive and patriotic holiday display. Local veterans will occupy the lead boat in the parade.

Prizes will be awarded for Tallest Flag, Largest Flag, Most Creative Theme and Most Patriotic Crew. Two prizes will be awarded in each category. First prize is a $150 Russell Marine gift certificate, and second prize is a $75 gift certificate. And, Best Overall Boat and Crew will receive $500 in cash!

Get your crew together to decorate your boat or enjoy the colorful parade from the shore. Call Kowaliga Marina at 256.397.1210, use the form below or stop by any marina to register today.

Registration form >
Parade route map >

Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks

Thursday, July 4
Gates open at 5pm
Show starts at 6:30pm
Fireworks at 9pm
The AMP on Lake Martin

The Southeast’s largest Fourth of July fireworks show will once again explode from The AMP on Lake Martin at 9pm! Come claim your spot on the Grassy Lawn before 6:30 when The Bank Walkers will take the stage with some great Lake Martin-based music! Around 7:30, we’ll have our Hula Hoop Contest, and this year, the Twist Contest is back with prizes for the best hoopers and twisters! At 8, from Gadsden, Alabama, we welcome The Tyn Tymes! In 2018, this 10-member band was selected as the featured band for “Rock The River” which sold out weeks in advance. The band has played venues across the country and had a No. 1 single on the Northern Soul chart in England. Tyn Tymes has been a favorite on stages from San Diego, CA, to Myrtle Beach, SC. After the fireworks, the band will take the stage again and play until 10:30.

And a food truck, too!

While you’re enjoying the music and the fireworks, why not grab something tasty? Potz & Panz from Montgomery will be bringing their food truck to The AMP with lots of yummy goodies.

Come join us on the lawn at The AMP. Tickets are only $10.00 each and can be found on The AMP website or at the Company Store at Russell Crossroads.