Nicholson leaders plan the town’s biggest July 4 celebration Saturday. Fireworks, food and entertainment are set for 3 p.m. at the amphitheater in Nicholson.
“This is going to be our biggest festival July Fourth event so far,” said Mayor Ronnie Maxwell.
A number of groups are set to perform beginning at 3 p.m., with Aaron Hollis followed by The Maxwells at 4 p.m., Mark Garrison at 5 p.m. and the GTOs beginning at 7 p.m. until the fireworks start.
Fireworks are set for 9 p.m. The Bobby Compton Band will perform following the fireworks show.
“A Mello Yello chug-off contest will take place for contestants of all ages,” Maxwell said, and a large array of food and beverages will be available.
“We have barbecue, nachos, hot wings, meatballs, kettle corn, ice cream, peanuts, pizza, hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, funnel cakes, bloomin’ onions, watermelon, lemonade, water and soft drinks,” he said.
There will be inflatables, train rides and pony rides for the children, Maxwell said.
