The City of SeaTac has announced it will pause formal 4th of July festivities at Angle Lake Park for 2025 and 2026, citing a desire to “rethink” large-scale programming to make future events safer, more inclusive and more accessible.
“After two thoughtful Public Safety and Justice Committee meetings, we’ve decided to take a break… in order to rethink how we host large-scale events,” the city said in a statement.
Although there will be no evening fireworks or formal programming this year, Angle Lake Park will remain open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, July 4 for daytime activities including swimming, picnicking, and enjoying the spray park.
At 6 p.m., police will close the park for the remainder of the evening.
The public boat ramp will also be closed all day.
The city encourages residents to explore other local events in nearby cities, including:
- Burien: 4th of July Parade, 11 a.m. in downtown Burien
- Seattle: Fireworks at Gas Works Park & South Lake Union; Seafair Website
- Auburn: 4th of July Festival, 11 a.m.– 4 p.m. at Les Gove Park
- Des Moines: 4th of July Celebration at the Marina.
- Federal Way: Red, White & Blues Festival, 4 p.m.; Fireworks at 10:15 p.m.
- Kent: 4th of July Splash, 5–10 p.m. Fireworks at dusk included!
SEATAC’s SHIFTING EXCUSES FOR NO JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
It’s disheartening to see the City of SeaTac’s ever-changing explanations for not hosting a Fourth of July celebration. What started as a claim of “no money” quickly morphed into concerns about “crowds being too large”—despite their own 2024 estimates of 8,000 spectators now inflating to “over 10,000.” The latest excuse, “we can’t ensure your safety,” rings hollow when the city actively directs residents to other crowded city events.
This raises critical questions:
> What, if anything, is the City of SeaTac doing to celebrate our national holiday, beyond taking the day off?
> Why are neighboring cities seemingly capable of managing large crowds for their celebrations, while SeaTac claims it cannot? Is it a matter of better planning and administration elsewhere?
ANGLE LAKE COMMUNITY CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY
Meanwhile, the Patriotic Citizens of the Angle Lake Community, who embody a deep love and loyalty for our nation, are once again stepping up. These dedicated individuals, proud of our country’s history and committed to civic engagement, will host a traditional aerial fireworks display over Angle Lake to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day.
SEATAC’s SHIFTING EXCUSES FOR NO JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
It’s disheartening to see the City of SeaTac’s ever-changing explanations for not hosting a Fourth of July celebration. What started as a claim of “no money” quickly morphed into concerns about “crowds being too large”—despite their own 2024 estimates of 8,000 spectators now inflating to “over 10,000.” The latest excuse, “we can’t ensure your safety,” rings hollow when the city actively directs residents to other crowded city events.
This raises critical questions:
> What, if anything, is the City of SeaTac doing to celebrate our national holiday, beyond taking the day off?
> Why are neighboring cities seemingly capable of managing large crowds for their celebrations, while SeaTac claims it cannot? Is it a matter of better planning and administration elsewhere?
ANGLE LAKE COMMUNITY CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY
Meanwhile, the Patriotic Citizens of the Angle Lake Community, who embody a deep love and loyalty for our nation, are once again stepping up. These dedicated individuals, proud of our country’s history and committed to civic engagement, will host a traditional aerial fireworks display over Angle Lake to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day.
If everyone is welcome, how do you make something more inclusive. What a pathetic woke statement.