A Fourth of July Near You: Near Baton Rouge

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If you're just outside the Capital City, check out these less-packed, equally festive options for America's 243rd birthday (she doesn't look a day over 190!)

Donaldsonville

Independence Day in Donaldsonville: July 3: Crescent Park comes alive with live music all afternoon before the fireworks at 9:15. It's the only public fireworks display in Ascension Parish, and this historic little town puts on a good show. donaldsonville-la.gov

Plaquemine 

Annual Plaquemine Hometown Celebration: July 4, At its annual Hometown Celebration at Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park, expect old-fashioned games, veterans' boat parade, food, crafts, live music, dancing, and a jitterbug contest—all starting at 3 pm. Fireworks end the night at 9 pm. The Plaquemine Lock SHS, located adjacent to the park, will be open with free tours from 3 pm–7 pm, and the Iberville Museum will be open with free admission from 3 pm–7 pm. visitiberville.com

Port Allen

Fourth Fest: July 4, The Fest is on again, with a spectacular view of the USS KIDD's fireworks show from Port Allen's Riverfront Levee, where magicians, clowns, spacewalks, and face painters will be at the ready from 4 pm until 11 pm. With live music and refreshments for sale. Fireworks at 9 pm. westbatonrouge.net.