"Sparklebration" Event To Include Fireworks, Games

Pasco County will celebrate the Fourth of July in style at the annual "Sparklebration."

The event, hosted by the Pasco County Fair Association, will be held on Thursday, July 4 at the Pasco County Fairgrounds on State Road 52 in Dade City. Gates open at 12:30 p.m. and fireworks will start at 9:15 p.m.

Sparklebration will include food, entertainment and games for the family.

Some of the highlights include The Babies R Red, White and Blue pageant, watermelon and hot dog eating contests and performances by Billy "ELVIS" Lindsey, an Elvis tribute artist.

Free face painting, pony rides and bounce houses will be available for children. No pets, alcohol or personal fireworks are allowed at "Sparklebration."

Admission is $5; children 12 and under are free. For more information about the event call the Fairgrounds at 352-567-6678.