WVEL TravelWatch: Holiday Road Trip

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Where are you traveling to on the 4th of July Holiday weekend? Which direction are you going North, South, East, or West?

Just in case you want to get away on a road trip for this weekend, here are a few cities that you may have in mind for your Holiday getaway.

Indianapolis, IN:

July 1-7, 2013- There’s more than just a great fireworks show in Downtown Indy; everyone can take advantage of great food, festivals, and fun taking place going on now through July 7th! Check out the Indianapolis Indians July 4th, Butterfly Kaleidoscope presented by Citizens Energy Group at the Indianapolis Zoo, Avatar: The Exhibition at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and more! For a complete list of what's happening in Indianapolis, call Indianapolis Downtown, Inc. at 317-237-2222 or go online at www.indydt.com/July4.cfm.

 

Hannibal, MO:

July 3-7, 2013 – 58th Annual National Tom Sawyer Days – A Hannibal tradition for over 50 years, this family-friendly festival is the highlight of the summer.  Fence painting competitions, a parade, craft fair, carnival, fireworks over the river – the fun doesn't end!  More details can be found at visithannibal.com or by calling at 573-221-2477.

St. Louis, Mo:

July 4-6, 2013- Fair Saint Louis is three days of free family fun underneath the majestic Gateway Arch! It’s America’s Biggest Birthday Party. It’s activities for all ages at the Kids Zone and Cultural Stage, it’s five outstanding U.S. Bank Air Shows featuring the best performers in the country, it’s the Freedom 4-Miler & Family Fun Run, it’s the 136th annual VP Parade, and it’s the most spectacular fireworks….all hosted under the Arch! Get more information by logging on to fairsaintlouis.org or by calling 314-434-3434.

Have a safe, happy, and Blessed 4th of July weekend!

 

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