Community Corner

Fourth of July in Bowie: A Boom or a Bust?

Readers weigh in on Bowie's 2013 Independence Day celebration.

Breaking with decades long tradition, the City of Bowie moved their Fourth of July fireworks display and celebration from Allen Pond Park to Prince George's Stadium.

The city cited several reasons for the move, including citizen safety, ample facilities like parking and bathrooms, and increased space. 

Did you attend the city's Independence Day celebration at Prince George's Stadium? Tell Patch about your experience, and what you thought of the new venue, in the comments. 


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