Fireworks Near Me: Odenton, Severn’s July 4th 2022

ODENTON-SEVERN, MD — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years.

July 4 is just around the corner. Residents in the Odenton-Severn area are wondering what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on nearby in 2022.

There are some shakeups to the normal celebrations in Odenton and Severn, however.

Independence Day Changes

The Gambrills-Odenton Recreation Council usually has fireworks around Independence Day, but the park is currently under renovation. GORC plans to be ready by its fall season, and the park has not announced any July 4 plans.

Fort George G. Meade usually hosts its own fireworks display. Last year's event was scaled down and closed to the public.

The base is now operating under Health Protection Condition Bravo, or HPCON Bravo. That means the coronavirus pandemic may prevent some gatherings on the installation.

This year's fireworks at Fort Meade are still happening, but the event will again be closed to the public. Here are the details on the fireworks display.

What: Red, White and Blue Fort Meade Fireworks
Where: McGlachlin Parade Field
When: Friday, July 1 (9:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.)
Details: This event is not open to the public because of the current COVID-19 transmission levels. Attendance will be limited to those with access to the base and anybody with an ID from the U.S. Department of Defense. There will not be any food vendors, rides or live music. Pets, sparklers, fireworks, grills and glass containers are prohibited. More details are posted here.

July 4 Festivities

There are still other places to see fireworks and parades in Anne Arundel County. Here's what's in store this July 4 near Odenton and Severn:

Annapolis

What: Downtown Tribe Ride
Where: Susan Campbell Park
When: Friday, July 1 (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)

What: Dinner Under the Stars
Where: West Street from Church Circle to Calvert Street
When: Saturday, July 2 (5 p.m. to 10 p.m.)

What: First Sunday Arts Festival
Where: West Street from Church Circle to Calvert Street
When: Sunday, July 3 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

What: AiPPC Summer Concert Series
Where: Susan Campbell Park
When: Sunday, July 3 (6 p.m. to 10 p.m.)

What: West Annapolis 4th of July Parade
Where: West Annapolis
When: Monday, July 4 (9 a.m. to 10 a.m.)

What: Maritime Republic of Eastport Kids 4th of July Parade
Where: Starts at Eastport Elementary School and ends at Turner Park
When: Monday, July 4 (10:30 a.m. to noon)

What: City of Annapolis Independence Day Parade
Where: The parade will start at Amos Garrett Boulevard and West Street. It will head down West Street, travel the wrong way around Church Circle and turn onto Main Street.
When: Monday, July 4 (6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.)

What: City of Annapolis Independence Day Concert and Fireworks
Where: The concert is at Susan Campbell Park. The fireworks launch from a barge in the Annapolis harbor. Additional parking and road closure announcements are posted here.
When: Monday, July 4 (8 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.)

Edgewater

What: Parade and fireworks
Where: American Legion Cummings-Behlke Post 226
When: Saturday, July 2 (Noon to about 9:30 p.m.)
Details: The parade leaves the Legion at noon. The tiki bar opens at 4 p.m. The food starts at 5 p.m. The Drivetrain band will perform from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks will start around 9:30 p.m.

Glen Burnie

What: Musical performance from Pet Rock
Where: The Corcoran Pavilion at the Glen Burnie Town Center
When: Friday, July 1 (7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
Details: Free parking is available in the garage at Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard and Barbara Moeller Way. Attendees should not park in the Town Center lot by Food Lion.

What: Glen Burnie Improvement Association Fireworks
Where: Sawmill Creek Park
When: Sunday, July 3 (9 p.m.); Rain date is Tuesday, July 5 (9 p.m.)
Details: Parking is available at Monsignor Slade Catholic School. Overflow parking will be at the Cromwell Light Rail station. Handicapped parking is available at Sawmill Creek Park. Overflow handicapped parking will be at the Pascal Senior Center. Parking is prohibited at the Cromwell Field Shopping Center. Violators will get towed. More information is posted here.

Laurel

What: Parade, car show, live music and fireworks
Where: Laurel Lake
When: Saturday, July 2 (Noon to 9:15 p.m.)
Details: Click here to see a full schedule of events, a list of prohibited items and details on parking.

Severna Park

What: 2022 Independence Day Parade - Celebrating Our Rich History, hosted by the Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce
Where: Severna Park
When: Monday, July 4 (10 a.m. to noon)

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.