Nashville’s Let Freedom Sing celebration is expected to be the largest fireworks show in the country as thousands descend on downtown.
This year, the Fourth of July performances were set on two new stages in downtown Nashville, one at Ascend Amphitheater and the other just outside of Ascend at The Green at Riverfront Park.
Festivities begin at noon Monday at Bridgestone Arena.
Free water stations will also be set up to keep everyone cool and hydrated, so be sure and bring your own water bottle.
Nashville Offers Many Ways To Enjoy The 4th Of July
The two stages can accommodate more than 7,000 fans each, but with hundreds of thousands of people expected at the two-day celebration, organizers worked to make sure those unable to get into the stages would still be able to enjoy the music and the sights. (Click here for more details)
This year’s celebrations were predicted to be the largest in the country, with headliner Sheryl Crow taking the stage at 8:25 p.m. before the main event begins.
The fireworks show is expected to start around 9:30 p.m.
New Rule Enforced At Fourth Of July Celebration
If you come down for the party, there are some things you need to leave at home, including coolers, backpacks, fireworks, pets and weapons. (More: http://on.nc5.co/29ovDBe)
For a full list of what is not allowed to bring, click here.
A total of 21 security checkpoints have been set up in the area for the more than a quarter of a million people expected to attend the Fourth of July celebration.
Hundreds of Metro Police officers will also be patrolling the area, in what officials call a very visible presence.
The police department urged attendees to be careful of their surroundings and to report anything suspicious to a nearby officer or by calling 615-880-1515.
Strong Storms Could Impact Firework Celebrations
Strong storms could also impact Fourth of July festivities across Middle Tennessee as a cold front pushes into the area.
Some storms will run the risk of being strong to severe and could impact some firework shows. A Flash Flood Watch has also been issued for many counties along the Kentucky state line.
Anyone heading out to festivities can stay up to date with the latest weather conditions both online and by downloading the Storm Shield app.
Nashville's Fourth Of July Event Map
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No matter how you decide to celebrate this year, please don't drink and drive.
Officials with the Tennessee Highway Patrol said they’ll have extra patrols throughout the day until midnight. They're looking for speeding, drivers not wearing their seat belts, distracted drivers, and DUI's.
Another heads-up: Rutherford, Putnam and Maury counties are designated "no refusal" zones because of past crashes.
Seven people were killed during Fourth of July holiday weekend in 2015.
